In one provincial city of the Tambov region, the Bogolyubsky Cathedral has existed for several centuries. Michurinsk is a science city with an interesting history, beautiful nature, modest streets and narrow roads.
In this article, we list interesting historical information and indicate the location of the cathedral. We give information about the services and shrines of the temple. We will try to describe as much as possible which of the saints they pray for various needs. At the very end of the article, we list what churches in Michurinsk are, except for the Bogolyubsky Cathedral, and where they are located. We supplement the material with various tips, recommendations.
The location of the cathedral
How to find the Bogolyubsky Cathedral (Michurinsk)? His address: 84a Gerasimova Street. Tentatively at the intersection of two streets - Filippova and Gerasimova. Local people know where the cathedral is. Many residents of the Niza microdistrict attend services in it.
How to orient guests of the city? The center of Michurinsk is connected with the outskirts of the two main streets running almost parallel - International and Soviet. When moving along one of them towards the center (monument to Lenin, Central Market), then pay attention to the names of perpendicular streets. When you see the inscription on the plate of one of the houses: "Filippova Street", turn right. It is this street that will lead down to the Bogolyubsky Cathedral.
Unfortunately, its dome is practically invisible from the windows of the bus, the car, because, as we said above, the cathedral is in a lowland. But if you look from the last floors of tall houses, you can see it.
A brief history of creation
In the 18-19 centuries on the Tambov land there was an epidemic of cholera and plague. Bogolyubsky Cathedral (Michurinsk) is directly related to these terrible diseases, and to the miracles that took place at the place where he now stands. What is the relationship here? In 1771, when many people were dying from terrible diseases, a miraculous icon of the Mother of God appeared on the gates of the estate (now it is not there, since a cathedral was built in that place). It was called Kozlovskaya (before the October Revolution, Michurinsk was called Kozlov). After the appearance of such a miracle and the intensified prayers of the townspeople, the diseases stopped. Plague and cholera left the city. In heartfelt gratitude, people laid a stone and decided to build the temple of God in honor of the Most Holy Theotokos. But the construction of the church began many years later. According to the project of the architect Ton K. A. in 1873, the cathedral described by us appeared. By the way, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow was built by him. Therefore, the Bogolyubsky Cathedral (Michurinsk) has exactly the same architecture, but only differs in that it is laid out with dark brick and there is no decoration, the domes are gray, not gold.
Unfortunately, in the Soviet years, the Kozlovskaya icon of the Mother of God disappeared without a trace. But the inhabitants of the city, even during the period of persecution, saw miracles taking place on the territory of the Bogolyubsky Cathedral.
Worship services
Amazing miracles to this day occur in the Bogolyubsky Cathedral. If you came to stay in the city of Michurinsk, then be sure to visit this blessed place.
The liturgy is held from 8.00 every day, which is convenient for residents. Especially for those who have no desire to get up early or who have to travel from afar. In other churches of the city, service begins half an hour or an hour earlier. Memorial services are also served daily, at the same time - 16.00. And after half an hour, the evening service begins.
As you can see, services are held every day, morning and evening. It will be useful to go into the cathedral and stay to pray to the Lord, Mother of God. After all, it was at this place that miracles took place and still happen.
The main shrines
As mentioned above, the construction of the church is associated with the miraculous appearance of the Mother of God. Therefore, the most important shrine is its icon, called Bogolyubskaya. To date, one can observe the myrrh streaming of this image. The clergy and parishioners of the cathedral associate this with miracles by the grace of God and the prayers of his Most Holy Mother to the inhabitants of the area. Look at the icon. She soothes the soul, gives hope. And most importantly - believe that the Virgin is near. She hears our prayers.
Another main shrine is the myrrh-streaming Kazan icon of the Mother of God. Please note that almost all the icons of the Blessed Virgin Mary are covered by the world from time to time. And this is not accidental. Bring all your sorrows, troubles, requests to our intercessor before the Lord. And most importantly - pray for the salvation of the soul.
The holy image of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is not inferior in its magnificence to the Bogolyubsky icon. You can pray in front of her.
The Diocese of Michurin honors Saint Metrophany of Voronezh, therefore there is an icon in the church. The saint can be addressed with prayers for various needs.
Alexander Nevsky, Xenia the Blessed
The Bogolyubsky Cathedral has a large number of icons of many saints. But among the revered are Alexander Nevsky and Ksenia the Blessed.
Mother Ksenia likes to appeal to the Russian people in different life circumstances. Anyone who comes to the Bogolyubsky Cathedral can pray a saint. Most often, widows, unmarried girls, childless couples turn to her.
The icon of the Holy Prince Alexander Nevsky is located at the main altar of the cathedral. He is approached by men, young people. Alexander Nevsky, as you know, prayed before each battle with his soldiers, so they won the war. Of course, the saint must be addressed with prayers for the sons who left to serve the Motherland, for a peaceful sky above their heads.
Who else can pray
All the icons that took the Bogolyubsky Cathedral (Michurinsk) cannot be listed. There are a lot of them. The temple is very large. By the way, over 3000 people can easily fit in it.
The cathedral has aisles. There is a cross with the Savior on Calvary at the entrance to the temple and at the western wall. Therefore, you can attach to one of them of your choice.
Remember that the most important thing in the temple is the Lord. Do not forget that you come to pray first to him. And also to the Mother of God, thanks to which the Bogolyubsky Cathedral exists. Michurinsk is a relatively small city, but there are enough believers. During the holidays, all the churches are crowded, including this cathedral.
What other temples are there in Michurinsk
Let's list what temples (the Diocese of Michurin) are still in the city. There are only two of them:
- Elias Church. It is located on Sovetskaya Street, near the Central Market and the city cinema. The red temple building differs from other temples in its simple architecture.
- Grieving Church. Near the bus station on the Lipetsk highway and not far from the children's and city hospitals there is a blue building of the Church of the Sorrows. On the territory there is a small old cemetery.
If you want to see another wonderful place, where the Mother of God herself was present, then come to the city of Michurinsk.