In Vitebsk, a festive liturgy was held on the Annunciation, and white doves were released into the sky
On April 7, the joyful ringing of bells in Vitebsk announced the arrival of the wonderful spring day – the Annunciation of the Most Holy Theotokos, a holiday especially revered by Orthodox Christians.
Together with the rector of the Annunciation Church, Secretary of the Vitebsk Diocese Archpriest Vladimir Rezanovich, as well as the heads of the regional and city deputy corps Vladimir Terentyev and Vladimir Belevich, who came to the holiday, Archbishop of Vitebsk and Orsha Dimitry released white doves into the sky. "Fly free, pray to the Mother of God for us." This beautiful custom has long been associated with the Annunciation. According to tradition, birds are released from cages to sing to the glory of God and fill the world with happiness. And this is the beginning of a new joyful life, blessed by our Lord.
Together with the rector of the Annunciation Church, Secretary of the Vitebsk Diocese Archpriest Vladimir Rezanovich, as well as the heads of the regional and city deputy corps Vladimir Terentyev and Vladimir Belevich, who came to the holiday, Archbishop of Vitebsk and Orsha Dimitry released white doves into the sky. "Fly free, pray to the Mother of God for us." This beautiful custom has long been associated with the Annunciation. According to tradition, birds are released from cages to sing to the glory of God and fill the world with happiness. And this is the beginning of a new joyful life, blessed by our Lord.