Saint Mitrophan of Voronezh Church, Orthodox church in Semiluki, Russia
Saint Mitrophan of Voronezh Church is a three-altar Orthodox church in Semiluki, Voronezh Oblast, dedicated to Saints Mitrophan, Tikhon and Anthony, the patron saints of the Voronezh land. Its construction began in 1996 and was largely completed after 2003 under rector Vasily Popov; the central dome and crosses were consecrated on 15 August 2007.
The three-altar church was founded in 1994 and dedicated to Saints Mitrophan, Tikhon and Anthony, patrons of the Voronezh land. Construction began in 1996 but stalled for lack of funds. After Vasily Popov became rector in 2003, work was largely completed within five years. On 15 August 2007 Metropolitan Sergius consecrated the crosses and central cupola; the first liturgy followed on 20 August, the 175th anniversary of the uncovering of Mitrophan's relics.
The church is dedicated to three Voronezh saints: Mitrophan, Tikhon and Anthony. Its first Divine Liturgy was held on 20 August 2007, the 175th anniversary of the uncovering of Saint Mitrophan's relics. The church belongs to the Voronezh and Borisoglebsk Diocese.
The main entrance to the church is located on its western side, with services held during morning and evening hours on most days. Visitors should dress respectfully and be prepared to follow Orthodox customs when entering the sacred space.
The church has three altars, dedicated to Saints Mitrophan, Tikhon and Anthony, the patron saints of the Voronezh land. Its first Divine Liturgy was held on 20 August 2007, the 175th anniversary of the discovery of Saint Mitrophan's relics.
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