On August 1, Orthodox Ukrainians celebrate the Honey Savior, which marks the beginning of the Dormition Fast. Around the world, this day is celebrated as Spider-Man Day and World Lung Cancer Day.
In 2026, the Dormition of the Mother of God is celebrated on August 15 according to the New Julian calendar. The feast symbolizes the end of summer and opens the autumn period of rituals and weddings.
July is rich in holidays that reflect Ukrainian identity, in particular the Day of Ukrainian Statehood on July 15. This month honors military sailors, police officers, medical workers and other professions.
The world marks World Sea Turtle Day, the Day of the African Child, and the literary Bloomsday. Believers honor Saint Tikhon and observe the Apostles' Fast.
Metropolitan Epiphanius confirmed the strike on the Assumption Cathedral of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. As a result of the massive attack, a fire broke out on the territory of the shrine.
Ukraine congratulates stock market workers, while the world fights against child labor. June 12 also marks Superman Day and the feast day of saints.
The world marks Republic Day in Italy and World Eating Disorders Action Day. In the church calendar, Trinity Week continues, and Saint Nicephorus is honored.
On May 30, 2026, Publishers' Day, Steppe Day, and Potato Day are celebrated. This date also marks Trinity Parental Saturday and the commemoration of saints.
In June, Ukraine celebrates Constitution Day and various professional holidays. Religious dates have shifted due to the transition to the Revised Julian calendar.
The world marks the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, Everest Day, and World Digestive Health Day. The Church honors Theodosia of Tyre, and in daily life, Biscuit Day is celebrated.
The Synod of the OCU has defrocked Nykhodym Kobzar and other self-proclaimed hierarchs of the UOC-KP. About 20 communities have already restored unity with the Local Church.
May 2026 brings together Vyshyvanka Day, Mother's Day, and new dates for religious holidays. The calendar includes important state and professional events.
Father Ivan Pohreda explained the spiritual meaning of Maundy Thursday and the Last Supper. The Church emphasizes the priority of repentance over folk cleaning customs.
Father Ivan Pohreda advises baking paskas on Thursday or Saturday, avoiding Good Friday. It is important to prepare with prayer and peace in your heart for a good result.
Father Ivan Pohreda advises baking paskas on Thursday or Saturday and avoiding work on Friday. It is important to prepare with prayer, peace in your heart, and sincerity.
Metropolitan Epiphanius spoke about Filaret's last wish to be in St. Volodymyr's Cathedral. The Patriarch was buried after a memorial liturgy in Kyiv.
A liturgy and funeral service for Patriarch Filaret took place in St. Volodymyr's Cathedral. The body of the deceased was buried within the cathedral walls according to his will.
Archbishop Nikodym was elected head of the UOC-KP following an online vote by seven hierarchs. The church plans to maintain its independence and not recognize the documents of the OCU.
The farewell ceremony will begin on March 20 at St. Michael's Cathedral. The burial will take place on March 22 at St. Volodymyr's Cathedral after a funeral procession.
The body of the deceased Patriarch Filaret will be brought to the cathedral on March 20 at 8:00 PM. The ceremony will last two days, and the burial service will take place on Sunday, March 22.
The President expressed condolences on the death of Patriarch Filaret at the age of 98. The Head of State noted his role in the struggle for the independence of the church.
Patriarch Filaret of the UOC-KP is feeling better after being hospitalized due to an exacerbation of chronic illnesses. He is currently undergoing diagnosis and treatment.
After a month on ECMO, a soldier successfully received a heart transplant during Epiphanius's prayer service. The Metropolitan awarded the doctors of the Cardiology Center with honorary orders.
Due to a deterioration in his health, Patriarch Filaret was admitted to a medical facility. He is currently under the supervision of doctors and receiving the necessary assistance.
The HUR handed over an ancient icon of Archangel Michael to the Orthodox Church of Ukraine. This relic, symbolizing the struggle of good against evil, was returned to the Ukrainian church with the participation of Kyrylo Budanov.
Today, believers celebrate Christmas Eve according to the Gregorian and New Julian calendars. The OCU spoke about traditions, including 12 Lenten dishes and the central dish - kutia.
The Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate has lost about 2,000 religious communities that have joined the Orthodox Church of Ukraine. Support for the Moscow Patriarchate among Ukrainians does not exceed 4–5%, while about 55% of citizens support the OCU.
Metropolitan Yevstratiy (Zorya) stated that imperial-Russian narratives and the influence of special services shaped the leadership of the Moscow Patriarchate. He emphasized that the leaders of the Moscow Patriarchate passed through the "KGB sieve," and Metropolitan Onufriy was formed in the 1970s in the Moscow region.
The Primate of the UOC-Kyivan Patriarchate, Filaret, published his spiritual will, in which he called for the unification of Ukrainian Orthodoxy without the influence of Moscow and Constantinople. He also asked not to involve OCU hierarchs in his funeral service.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting with military chaplains of various denominations. The Doctrine for meeting the spiritual and religious needs of servicemen and the results of a study of factors influencing spiritual resilience were presented.
