In the Moscow region, and many religious places of worship.Temples of Moscow Region are known not only in the region but also in other Russian cities.Among them are those that are rich in centuries of history, and those that were built in recent years.One of the most majestic and important recognized Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi.
History The first mention of the village dates back to 1460 Mytishchi year.The name of the village is derived from the word "strangles" indicating the fee, the fee for transportation of goods.In those places the trade route along the rivers Klyazma and Yauza.It was one of the most important water trade routes along which merchants and traders of the time.Between the rivers was a distance of about 8 km, on this site dragged dragged Court.In the place where now stands the city of Mytishchi, it was a collection point for all kinds of duties and taxes, which are designated by the common word 'strangles'.Hence the name of the village - Big Mytishchi.Gradually, the village developed, the number of inhabitants increased.Over time, there was a railway junction, the industry flourished.The village of Big Mytischi received city status in 1925.
At first, after the construction of the city was not up to the temple, then around in the villages there are three church - in the village Taininsky temple in honor of the Annunciation in the village Ostashkovo Church of the Nativity and the Church of the Vladimir Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary.In the center of Mytishchi to the construction of Church of the Nativity was not a church or chapel - no sacred place where the faithful could pray.
Church of the Nativity.Construction
In 2000, residents of Mytishchi received the blessing of Metropolitan Juvenal construc on a new church.Place for it was chosen with the consent of the inhabitants of the city authorities.Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi built in the heart of the city, the first stone was laid in July 2000.The first wooden church was built, its construction was completed in December 2000.But the first service showed that the room is too small and can not accommodate everyone - believers stood in the street and on the porch.Then the townspeople began for the construction of a much larger church - stone.The construction site was attended by all the organizations of the city.The building was commissioned by OOO "Project", working on it, NFRakhmanov.In the work on the temple attended by many citizens - residents bought the bricks at his own expense, signed them and gave to the construction site.These inscribed bricks were invested in general masonry.
Description
built Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi has three chapels - central, in honor of the Nativity of the Son of God, and two chapels - in honor of Matrona of Moscow and St. Russian confessors and martyrs.There are special mezzanine for the belfry and the choir, with the basement floor.The cathedral has five domes.The area of the temple occupies about 1500 square meters.The walls inside the temple are decorated with paintings of master painters.All subsequent years, Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi decorated and transformed.Inside, he painted pictures depicting Gospel events, artists decorated the walls of the Cathedral of the images of saints and magnificent ornament.
Ministers
Rector of the Nativity in Mytishchi - Oleg Shlenov, born in 1964, Fr.He is secretary of the Diocese of religious education and catechesis, has medals, diplomas and awards of the Russian Orthodox Church.Constantly in the temple are five priests - V.Yadrevsky, V.Lihonin, I.Petrov, A.Suharev, A.Krikunov and Deacon G.Sharov.
Church of the Nativity, Mytishchi.Schedule of services
service in the church of the Nativity takes place every day, weekdays and holidays.Divine Liturgy at 7.00 and 10.00.The Saints holidays liturgy is held twice - early and late.On the confession can come every day.
Activities
Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi is charity, a constant help to the needy at the expense of donations of believers and sponsorship.The church runs courses for teachers teaching the fundamentals of Orthodox culture in schools, a Sunday school for children and a children's choir.The temple has its own Orthodox library, which contains the works of many of the clergy.On the territory of the cathedral opened item free help psychiatrist - provides advice to use drugs, addicted to alcohol and tobacco.For the needy and the poor temple has organized courses of iconography, which helps to learn the craft of writing icons in the future employ.It acts as an Orthodox youth organization.
Thrones
Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi has three altars, each dedicated to a specific event or a canonized saint.The central throne is named in honor of the Nativity.Holy Nativity is known to all Orthodox believers, it celebrates the birth of the Son of God, of his appearance in the flesh for the salvation of all mankind.Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on January 7 this day in the church serve festive liturgy of ancient texts.
Another throne is named in honor of St. Matrona of Moscow.Matron (sometimes called Matrona) Moscow is known as a healer and fortune teller.She was blind, was born in the Tula region, and later moved to Moscow, where he helped people, he treated them and saved.To her went for help, prediction, for advice.It childhood differed unusual kindness, benevolence and virtue.On her tomb, located on the Danilovsky cemetery in Moscow, so far people go for help and healing.Matrona of Moscow was canonised in August 1999.
third throne Church of the Nativity is dedicated to the New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia.The twentieth century is famous for the persecution of believers and the Church commemorates and honors all the victims of the faith in Christ the Saviour.Priests who have suffered because of their religious beliefs, are portrayed in modern icons and honored the church.
for the sacrament of baptism, Church of the Nativity in Mytishchi a baptismal church - a special room for baptism.It is named in honor of John the Baptist, Baptist.The prophet John the Baptist - is one of the most revered saints in the Orthodox Church.
Sponsorship
in the implementation of the construction of the idea of the temple was attended by many people and organizations.The authorities took an active part in the construction.Much interest in the outcome of building showed Boris Gromov, governor of the Moscow region.He regularly visited the temple during its construction and later, when the cathedral has already been built.The main steps involved in construction of "YUASSTROY", led by the S.A.Butusova and "Lavinia", its director - A.A.Yazykov.The head of the city administration AEMurashov organized to collect donations for a charity, the funds collected in almost all organizations and enterprises of the city.
result of work of many people has become one of the largest and most beautiful religious buildings of the Moscow Region - Church of the Nativity.Photos of the temple allows to appreciate the majesty and grandeur of the cathedral erected.
