One of the most significant memorable dates for Russia is the Day of the Baptism of Rus', celebrated on July 28. In 2010, the president gave this holiday official state status. The Russian Orthodox Diocese took the initiative to legally consolidate an important historical event by choosing the day of commemoration of Prince Vladimir. It was he, known as the Red Sun, and recognized as the Holy and Great, who was the political figure who, through his actions, changed the likely course of history. The epochal event influenced the development of Russia and the formation of the state. Historians consider the very first mention of the new religion to be in 858, when Cyril and Methodius baptized some Rus tribes. Modern archaeological research, in particular the discovery of body crosses in burial places, confirms that the first acquaintance with the teaching took place long before 988. Another significant event was the baptism of Princess Olga, whose grandson Vladimir is. His coming to the throne as a third child, also from a slave, was difficult. Having become the Grand Duke of the Kyiv land in 978, he continued to thank the gods of the Slavic pantheon for his success, just like his father. Perun was held in special esteem, the prince ordered a renewed statue of him to be installed opposite his mansion, organizing a majestic temple. Being an experienced politician of that time, he understood that you can become great not only by uniting the lands, but also by uniting people with one religion. During his reign, international cooperation between the principality and neighboring powers, with different religious views, developed greatly. This includes the Khazar Khaganate with its Judaism, Volga Bulgaria with Islam and Rome with its almost isolated Catholicism. But only Byzantium was able to attract more attention with its splendor of rituals and customs, the talent of philosophers who talked with the ruler and his entourage. The acceptance of the ideas of orthodoxy, which had settled in the prince’s heart at that time, was influenced by family affairs. The opportunity to become related to Byzantium through marriage with a Byzantine princess, the sister of the basileus, strengthened the decision to abandon paganism. The benefits that conversion to Christianity promised turned out to be stronger than centuries-old traditions. Vladimir’s baptism itself took place in Korsun (Russian Chersonese) on April 27, where he then married his bride according to customs that were new to him. He brought with him to Kyiv not only his young wife, by the way, not his first, but also representatives of the clergy. At the end of the summer of 988, a single baptism took place for the entire local population in the waters of the Dnieper. A simple, but no less brilliant rule: “One god - one prince” worked. Novgorod and Chernigov lands adopted Christianity; The city of Vladimir was founded. Christianity took root quite successfully. This was facilitated by a certain wisdom of the clergy. The worship of pagan gods reflected the importance of the agricultural cycle to the common people, so adequate replacement was necessary. An example is the summer solstice, which transformed into the Nativity of John the Baptist. In addition, Prince Vladimir did not forget about the common people: under the sign of Christian help, hospitals and almshouses were organized with funds from the treasury. The construction of temples was also financed. Charity did not always help - there are some cases of active resistance to the new religion. The defense of pagan idols took place especially harshly where the priests had strong power, sometimes stretching resistance for decades, as for example in the Murom land, which confirmed the rejection of paganism only in the 12th century. Despite the fact that one can talk about some forced implantation of religion, time has shown that it was not in vain. There was a noticeable leap in the development of the state, and not only in the cultural sense. Ancient Rus' ceased to be considered a barbaric country, raising its authority in the eyes of its neighbors and gaining economic prospects, which it successfully took advantage of. What prevented unification was eradicated: internecine war. On July 28, not only obligatory church services and religious processions take place. Mass social and educational events in the format of games and presentations are interesting for children, for whom they are organized by libraries, creativity and development centers. Various thematic exhibitions are on display for the Day of the Baptism of Rus', with characteristic types of art, for example, birch bark crafts. Orthodoxy and patriotism as a single whole make themselves known in creative festivals that have become traditional. Acquaintance with ancient traditions, crafts, excursions into the past through theatrical performances allow the holiday to become interesting and more popular every year.

All Russian PR professionals sacredly honor the memorable date of July 28; it is on this day that it is customary to celebrate their professional holiday on a large scale. The significant contribution of specialists to the development of any company - small or large - is tangible and obvious. They create an image and business reputation, promote services and form public opinion towards a particular business format in a positive way. Thanks to their efforts, such a concept as “honest promotion” arose. The complex, multifaceted, but very interesting profession of a PR specialist received its official status relatively recently. In 2003, she was included in the domestic classification of professions, and the very next year the PR community solemnly celebrated this significant date at the end of July. Since then, a tradition has arisen of annually honoring and congratulating PR employees who successfully think through and develop a business strategy. Large corporations have created separate PR departments, and in smaller organizations, as a rule, there is such a unit as a full-time PR specialist. He thinks through the tactics of doing business and informing as many people as possible about it. Today, not a single political campaign, large-scale action or localized event project can do without public relations. A highly qualified specialist must have extensive knowledge in various fields, have an analytical mind, be erudite and stress-resistant, have good public speaking skills and the ability to clearly convey information from the right angle, and also prove himself as an intellectual psychologist. The range of his responsibilities is unusually wide - organizing and conducting interviews, posting articles in the media, publishing reports, recording radio addresses and filming videos. All this functionality is necessary for the precise formation of a favorable business image of the company he is promoting and minimizing negativity. On this day, it is customary to reward the best specialists, give valuable gifts or reward them with fashionable trainings and popular training courses. Employees are awarded certificates and diplomas as documentary evidence of their high qualifications and brilliant professional skills. On July 28, open symposiums, seminars, master classes and conferences are often held, led by legendary gurus in the field. Here specialists can meet new interesting speakers, ask pressing questions, learn about new tools for “attracting” social attention and get acquainted with innovations in the legislative framework. Many PR people manage to turn their holiday into a high-profile event, with the involvement of leading media, industry experts and the business establishment. Even on this day, they organically combine business with pleasure. Some travel out of town with members of their team and conduct exciting quests and team building activities. Real PR is carried out in two planes – external and internal. He programs social behavior and attitude towards his company at one level, and at another, he motivates and unites the company’s main strategic resource, creating a strong and cohesive team of like-minded people.

In the age of rapid development of information technology, it is impossible to do without qualified computer scientists. When the equipment functions without failures, the work of the IT specialist is not visible. But a stationary interface or the black face of a monitor causes panic and a feeling of helplessness. You cannot do without the technical support of a competent system administrator. System Administrator: The tradition of remembering the specialists who ensure the reliable operation of computer equipment in offices, factories, private homes, apartments and on the ocean came from America. Chicago resident Ted Kekatos was the first to take care of honoring IT employees. Having worked as a systems engineer for more than 20 years, he decided that a date was needed when specialized computer specialists could feel like heroes of the day. On July 29, 1999, America began celebrating System Administrator Appreciation Day. That Friday, the team at a small software company had a “roadside picnic.” Since then, Americans have celebrated the holiday every year on the last Friday in July. Later the Day took on the status of an international holiday. In 2006 it was named "World Information Society Day". In Russia, a group of IT specialists first gathered in the Kaluga region in 2006. The total number of those present was only 350 people. The All-Russian gathering of system administrators was gaining momentum and popularity from year to year. Statistics show that by 2015 there were more than 5,000 participants in the celebration. The number of people wishing to join the celebration is increasing exponentially. The geography of the event’s guests is expanding: IT colleagues from all regions of the country are coming to Kaluga. Computer scientists from Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and the Republic of Belarus join the Russians with enthusiasm. Novosibirsk system administrators gather and celebrate each other on the banks of the Ob Reservoir. • A festival is dedicated to the last Friday in July, which attracts users of the Linux operating system. LinuxFest is international in nature, strengthens the corporate spirit and unites programmers and system engineers. • Since May 17, 2007, “World Telecommunication and Information Society Day” has been celebrated. The date was officially announced by the United Nations General Assembly, has a position and can become a substitute for System Administrator Day. But for now, every year on the last Friday of July on International System Administrator Day, words of gratitude and thanksgiving speeches are made to people who enable network users not to worry about the timely delivery of emails and newsletters, and for the uninterrupted operation of the Internet.

In Islam, on the 10th day of the first Muslim month of Muharram, a great holiday is celebrated - Ashura Day. According to the holy book of the Koran, the creation of heaven and Adam took place on this day; the end of the world will also come on the Day of Ashura. According to Muslim beliefs, on this day the Prophet Muhammad forgave Adam and blessed all people to do only good deeds. The history of the day and the traditions of celebrating this holiday until 680 were the same for all Muslims. But in October of that year, a tragic event occurred, as a result of which the two main movements of Islam, Sunnis and Shiites, forever changed their attitude towards this significant day. On the Day of Ashura in the Iraqi city of Karbil, in 680, as a result of civil strife, the son of the Shiite saint Ali and the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, Imam Hussein, were killed. Since then, it has been a great day of mourning for Shiites, when they strictly adhere to fasting. It is customary for the most devoted Shiites to go out on this day and publicly beat themselves with heavy chains until they bleed, thus the Shiites try to pay tribute to their saints for all their torment and death. In homes and courtyards, all the dead are remembered; traditional attributes on this day are empty jugs, reminiscent of the thirst that faithful Muslims experienced during the war. On the city streets, theatrical performances of the very battle that resulted in the death of Imam Hussein and all the followers of Saint Ali are reenacted, where black cloth, chains, axes are used as props, and stoves are also displayed where, according to legend, the head of the murdered Hussein was hidden. Sunni Muslims also honor the memory of their murdered son Ali, but their memorial rites are held in a more relaxed atmosphere, and self-flagellation and self-harm are prohibited. Since, according to legend, on the Day of Ashura Adam repented of his sin and received a blessing, this day is more festive among the Sunnis. It is not obligatory for them to keep a strict fast, but only at their own request. It is customary among Sunnis to do good deeds on holiday, help those in need, make peace with loved ones in case of a quarrel, and treat everyone with all kinds of dishes. For all Muslims, Ashura Day is a significant and special holiday, when it is customary to remember their deceased relatives and help the sick and needy with material assistance. It is believed that for alms on the Day of Ashura, the support and blessings of the Lord will increase many times over.

The day of the baptism of Kievan Rus - Ukraine in the country is celebrated annually on July 28. This date was not chosen by chance, because it is on this day that the Orthodox Church honors the memory of Grand Duke Vladimir. The holiday was first celebrated in 2007, and the following year, President of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko signed a decree on its official recognition. In his congratulatory speech, the president said that this holiday carries several concepts, but the most important thing is the unity of the Ukrainian people around the idea of ​​a strong faith and a strong state. Since that time, every year, despite the fact that the Day of the Baptism of Kievan Rus is a working day, the entire Ukrainian people remembers the origins of their faith. Parishioners rush to church to pray to God for a happy future for their country, and in Kyiv they perform solemn liturgies and processions of the cross, in which the country's top officials take part. Despite the fact that the holiday began to be celebrated not so long ago, its roots go back to ancient times. The first to convert to Christianity was Prince Vladimir's grandmother, Princess Olga. Back in 955, she was baptized in Constantinople. However, the Christian faith was not widespread in Rus' at that time, and the people continued to worship pagan gods. Only her grandson, Vladimir, confirmed the Orthodox faith. By accepting Christianity, the prince cared not only about his soul, but also about political gain. Having been baptized, Vladimir was able to marry Princess Anna, the sister of the Byzantine Emperor Basil. Such kinship raised not only the political status of the prince, but also of all of Rus'. It also opened up new prospects for further economic and military growth. Being a Christian, Vladimir calls on all the people to follow his example. Faith in God greatly changed the ruler. Previously, he was a cruel and unforgiving warrior, pursuing victory by any means. However, having accepted Christ into his heart, he seriously thought about the words of the Savior, calling to be merciful even towards enemies. Vladimir actively calls on the people to stop worshiping pagan gods and embrace Christianity. The ruler's sons were the first to be baptized, and later the boyars. And at the end of the summer of 988, the prince gathers all the people of Kiev to the banks of the Dnieper and the Byzantine priests perform the baptismal ceremony. From that time on, the Orthodox faith took firm roots in the lands of Rus'. There were, of course, infighting and disobedience. After all, before this, the people observed pagan traditions and not everyone wanted to accept Christianity. However, Prince Vladimir, with his good example, instilled faith in God's love and justice in the hearts of the people. The ruler contributed to the construction of hospitals and almshouses so that the sick could receive help, and the elderly and disabled had a roof over their heads. He began the construction of churches and schools, and contributed to the training of the Russian clergy. The prince also thought about abolishing the death penalty for robbers. The baptism of Kievan Rus soon bore fruit; Christianity not only took firm root in the state, but also spread to other lands.

Every year on July 28, the world celebrates International Hepatitis Day. The date was established in honor of Baruch Blumberg, the Nobel Prize-winning discoverer of this virus. He was born on July 28th. The first celebration took place in 2008. The event was initiated by the world organization to combat this disease. Three years later, WHO entered this day into its calendar, thanks to which the date received official status. Every year on July 28, WHO advises medical workers from different parts of the world to organize educational events, telling the public about hepatitis and the pathologies it provokes. Preventive measures are no less important: diagnosis, vaccination, etc. The hepatitis virus is one of the key risk factors for human health. According to WHO, the disease has affected about 2 billion people worldwide, virtually every third citizen of the Earth. In some countries, the majority of residents have suffered from hepatitis A, and some people are carriers of group B and C hepatitis. The term hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver tissue. There is a viral form of the disease, provoked by a virus that can multiply in the cells of the organ. The methods of infection by pathologies caused by various viruses can be very different, but all of them can lead to acute and chronic inflammation of the liver, which often causes cirrhosis and oncology. And hepatitis E can cause death in 20% of pregnant women. Hepatitis B is transmitted through blood and other body fluids. The most common methods of infection are syringes during blood transfusion, sexual intercourse, from a sick mother to a baby during childbirth, through close interaction with a sick family member. The primary signs of the pathology resemble the common flu: severe fatigue, chills and aching joints. In some cases, nausea, jaundice, and pain in the abdominal area are observed. But most patients do not even show symptoms. In this regard, it is very difficult to detect the disease in time. You can protect yourself from the virus using two methods. First of all, try your best to avoid infection. To do this, follow basic hygiene rules, be vigilant during blood transfusions and sexual contacts. In addition, today it is allowed to get a vaccination that provides reliable protection for people against viruses A and B. As part of events dedicated to Hepatitis Day, the public is told about the importance of preventive measures, provided with useful information regarding this disease, and warned against behavior that increases the risk of infection. In addition, this holiday has its own symbol in the form of three wise monkeys, and the corresponding motto is “I see nothing, I hear nothing, I will not say anything,” clearly demonstrating the attitude of modern people to the problem of the disease - that is, complete neglect of this issue. For this reason, holding annual events is primarily aimed at attracting the interest of society and doctors to this problem, and the attention of residents of each state to the implementation of preventive measures. The use of hygienic skills through practical experience by every citizen, recognition of the importance of prevention and participation in the organization of vaccination events helps to preserve the health of the inhabitants of not only individual countries, but also the population of the Earth in general.

Day of the order “Not a step back!” (Penal Day)

A message in a bottle sealed with resin is one of the ancient ways of sending letters. It is still used by residents of some islands in Indonesia. The discovery of a vessel with a message on the shore is a popular literary plot that is the basis of many films. Paying tribute to such an exotic delivery of messages, July 28 is celebrated as Peace Bottle Day. It is believed that the first person to send letters in glass vessels was the ancient Greek philosopher Theophrastus. He threw them in the area of ​​​​the Strait of Gibraltar in order to prove that the Mediterranean Sea is fed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Shipwrecked sailors sent bottles with messages written on parchment across the water in the hope that help would come to them. Often letters received in this way became the only source of information about the fate of the missing crew and ship. Incredible but true: Priest George Phillips from Washington State was nicknamed the Bottle Pastor. He wrote sermons about the dangers of alcohol, put them in empty liquor containers and threw them into the water of Puget Sound, which is famous for its strong currents. Over the course of his life, the pastor sent more than 20,000 such letters. Strange as it may seem, people who found them off the Hawaiian coast, in New Guinea and Alaska, actually stopped drinking, considering receiving a sermon a sign from above. Historians confirm the fact that Christopher Columbus reported on the results of his expedition to the shores of America to Queen Isabella with the help of vessels with messages. An impressive percentage of the bottles from the sailor were caught and delivered to the palace. In England in the 16th century. There was a law in force that prohibited, under penalty of death, from opening vessels with letters found near the shore. They were brought to the Royal Bottle Opener (the official title was Uncorker of Ocean Bottles), who personally conveyed messages to Elizabeth I. Most of them were messages from secret informants who were informers. Incredible, but true: An Irishman who sailed to America on the Titanic, realizing that death was inevitable, wrote a short message and sent it in a bottle. A year after the shipwreck, the vessel was recovered several miles from his home. Inside the bottle was a message: "From the Titanic. Goodbye all. Burke of Glanmire." The oldest message bottle is 108 years and 138 days old. She is listed in the Guinness Book of Records. A vessel with the inscription “Break” was found in 2015 by German pensioner Marianne Winkler. Inside was a form for the person who discovered the bottle, with a request that, once completed, it be returned by post for a reward of 1 shilling. The recipient of the letter was the Marine Biological Association of Great Britain, which conducted in 1904-1906. study of bottom currents in the North Sea. The elderly German woman complied with the request. In response, the association honestly sent Frau Winkler 1 antique shilling. Incredible, but true: With the help of bottle mail, the Gulf Stream was discovered and mapped in 1770. For this, the English inventor and diplomat B. Franklin, who worked as the Postmaster General of the North American colonies, observed the timing of delivery of messages in glass vessels to Great Britain by water . Sending a letter in a bottle is an original and beautiful gesture. It is as romantic as pigeon mail. Messages in bottles for good luck are traditionally thrown from the ship by tourists into the Pacific Ocean. Tender letters addressed to the object of affection are sent by sea by lovers who rely on fate and the will of the waves. This unusual way of communication evokes a lot of pleasant emotions, which is why Peace Bottle Day is celebrated on July 28th.

The quality of life and health of people, the economic prosperity of society and the well-being of future generations depend on the state of the Earth's nature. Flora and fauna, energy resources and soil, water and air need protection. The consumer society has not cared about the environment for decades. This factor negatively affects people’s livelihoods and the state of the planet. July 28 is World Conservation Day. Since 2015, by decision of the UN, the main direction in the field of environmental protection has been the use of renewable energy and the transition to “green” technologies. World Conservation Day calls on governments and their citizens, business representatives and public organizations to work together to save non-renewable resources. These include air, water, the contents of the earth’s interior, the flora and fauna of our planet. World Nature Conservation Day requires its residents to make every effort to preserve nature. Collective action to protect the environment is needed not only by living people. The protection of plants and animals is carried out in the interests of future generations. Even after many decades, the Earth should remain a planet suitable for the existence of people, plants and animals, and its inhabitants should have access to clean water, air, food and other sources of life. Each World Conservation Day, held annually on July 28, is dedicated to a topical issue. Thus, in 2010, the theme of the celebrations was the conservation of biodiversity; in 2015, the leitmotif of the holiday sounded like “Seven billion wishes. One planet. Consume carefully.” World Nature Conservation Day 2019 focused on air pollution. In 2021, attention was focused on the “lungs of the Earth.” The event was held under the theme "Forests and Livelihoods: Supporting People and Planet". It's no secret that human activity over the past hundred years has had a devastating impact on the planet's flora and fauna. Deforestation, uncontrolled hunting of wild animals and other factors lead to the destruction of the biogeocenosis of the area. To change this situation, the International Union for Conservation of Nature was created in 1948 in Fontainebleau, located in southeastern France. On his initiative, the Law on the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and other regulations were adopted in 1975. Climate changes, which are unusual for certain territories, destruction of habitats and the disappearance of many species of fauna lead to catastrophic consequences. World Conservation Day helps us look at the current situation in a new way and achieve positive change on a global scale.

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Funny holidays - Make-a-Wish Day

According to the folk calendar, Kirik and Ulita Day is celebrated on July 28 (July 15, old style). So the date is named in honor of two saints revered by Christians - Kirik and Julitta, martyrs who gave their lives for faith in Christ. Julitta lived in the 3rd-4th century in the city of Iconium (modern Turkey), was a widow from a noble family, had a young son, Kirik, and firmly professed Christianity. During the period of persecution of Christians, the woman and her son left their native land and hid in neighboring cities as a beggar. When she was found and taken to trial before the ruler, Iulitta declared her faith and refused to worship pagan idols. A Christian woman was beaten and beheaded, and a child was pushed from a high platform, resulting in his death. Iulitta was popularly called more consonantly - Julitta, and was considered the patroness of the female gender. On this day, women read a prayer to the saint with a request to bless their family and save them from sad events. They also prayed to Julitta to take care of the children - to protect them from illness and disease. On Kirik and Ulita, residents tried to leave the house as little as possible. They believed that on this day evil spirits were walking on the street and trying to harm the working people. This belief arose in connection with the weather. Often on this day there were heavy downpours, and it was impossible to harvest grain, make hay, or go to the forest to pick mushrooms and berries. It was believed that on Kirik and Ulita women could take a break from field work. During this period, they worked as hard as possible: they had to have time to collect the ripening rye from the fields and remove the dried hay before the onset of rainy days. From such work, the reapers often had lower back pain, so they needed a day off to recuperate. This date was also associated with mid-summer. Although the sun stood high in the sky and gave the earth warmth and strength, summer time began to decline towards autumn. This was evidenced by the beginning yellowing of the trees and the abundance of mushrooms in the forest. If a wind from the south was noticed on Kirik and Ulita, then they prepared for warmth, and from the east - for bad weather. Frequent peals of thunder foreshadowed the impending downpour. Foggy weather promised heavy rainfall the next day. The chirping of grasshoppers was heard on dry days.

Orthodox holidays on July 28:

July 28 (July 15, old style) is the day of remembrance of Prince Vladimir. Vladimir Svyatoslavovich (958 - 1015) - Novgorod, and then the Grand Duke of Kiev. His name is associated with a significant event for Rus' - its baptism. Vladimir, popularly nicknamed the Red Sun, was the son of Prince Svyatoslav Igorevich and Malusha, the housekeeper of Princess Olga. In those days, the son of a ruler born from a concubine could lay claim to the throne. However, in his youth, Vladimir was often ridiculed: he was called the son of a slave, or robichich. Dobrynya, his maternal uncle, played a big role in the prince’s upbringing. Subsequently, it was he who helped his nephew when making important government decisions. After the death of his father, Vladimir, who ruled Novgorod, called for help from the Varangians and captured Kyiv, killing his brother Yaropolk, who ruled there. Before accepting Christianity, the Grand Duke professed paganism. He built a temple in Kyiv and did not disdain human sacrifices in the name of pagan idols. He had several wives and many concubines. The saint's biography illustrates that before the adoption of Christianity, Vladimir was a negative character: he even encouraged the persecution of the first Christians. All the more wonderful was the transformation of the Grand Duke into a just and pious ruler. After baptism, he released all his wives and concubines. He himself remained with his Byzantine Greek wife, whom he married according to Christian canons. Many historians note that the adoption of Orthodoxy was beneficial to Vladimir and he made his choice in pursuit of state goals. The fact is that Rus' at that time had the closest trade ties with Byzantium. However, Constantinople had a negative attitude towards paganism. At first, Vladimir wanted to reform his faith, bringing it closer to monotheism. This did not make an impression on Byzantium, then in 988 Vladimir himself was baptized and baptized Rus'. During his baptism, the prince was named Vasily in honor of his absentee godfather, the Byzantine emperor. Vladimir approached the change of religion thoroughly. Before making a decision, he called followers of Islam and Judaism to him. He also sent ambassadors to all parts of the world to look at the morals and customs of many religions. After much deliberation, the prince decided to be baptized according to Greek law. Another reason was that since the time of Olga (Vladimir’s grandmother, who converted to Christianity), many baptized Russian people came into conflict with the pagans. And also among the prince’s entourage there were Christians: Malusha’s mother and one of his wives. Vladimir is known not only as the baptist of Rus', but also as an ardent defender of its territories and interests. Vladimir often made military campaigns. Thus, he imposed tribute on the Khazars, Yatvingians, Radimichi and Vyatichi. He made peace with the Volga Bulgars on favorable terms. During his reign, the Russian state built defensive outposts on its borders against the Pechenegs, who made frequent raids on Russian lands. From the end of the 13th century. the prince was equated with the apostles. After death, the image of the prince acquired epic features. He is portrayed as a generous and fair ruler, a hospitable and hospitable host. According to legend, every Sunday he sent carts of food to the suffering. With baptism, the spread of literacy began in Rus'. The prince ordered to select children from the best people and teach them to read and write. People who were not used to this said goodbye to the chosen ones as if they were going to death. Saint Vladimir is the patron saint of Catholics living in Russia and Ukraine. Since 2002, he has been considered the patron of the Ministry of Internal Affairs troops. On the day of remembrance of the Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince, a special service is read in churches. Also on this day, all those who suffer from eye diseases and even blindness pray to him.

Memorial Day of the Martyr Kirik and Martyr Julitta

Cathedral of Kyiv Saints