Another fresh new year is here…
Another year to live!
To banish worry, doubt, and fear,
To love and laugh and give!This bright new year is given me
To live each day with zest…
To daily grow and try to be
My highest and my best!I have the opportunity
Once more to right some wrongs,
To pray for peace, to plant a tree,
And sing more joyful songs!
— William Arthur Ward
вівторок, 27 грудня 2016 р.
Coming soon!
понеділок, 19 грудня 2016 р.
The feast of St. Nicholas
St. Nicholas is famous, because he is match with the image of Santa Claus (“Grandfather Frost” in Slavic countries) - the pagan winter frosts incarnation of the Slavs (particularly were honored with the Eastern Slavs - present Ukrainians, Belarusians and Russians), and in the future (during the Soviet period) gained his fairy character of a “grandpa” giving gifts to children on New Year. Although Soviet Santa Claus bless children in the New Year, putting presents under the tree, St. Nicholas comes to their houses before the Christmas holidays: the Orthodox - on the night of 18 to 19 December, the Catholics - on the night of 5 to 6 December. Gifts that St. Nicholas brings the children, they call in Ukraine "mikolajczyk," and he puts them usually under the pillow. But in the West it is generally believed that the holy places them in the socks hanging from the fireplace or in the clothing, which was exhibited at the door. Here and there, believe that Nicholas comes to visit along with two angels and two devils who whisper to him about the child's behavior. Obedient kids get the gifts, naughty - stones and twigs!
At the root of the holiday is the history of a man, who lived in III-IV centuries. He was called Nicholas and he was famous as a great servant of God. While a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, at the request of Nicholas its travelers prayer calmed the stormy sea. He also kept the sword of the executioner than saved from execution three men convicted innocent by a greedy mayor. He committed in his faith many other good things, for which he was honored by Christians and pagans. Nicholas died at a great age (his relics are in Bari, Italy), but the parishioners believe that he still helps all who turn to him in prayer.
четвер, 8 грудня 2016 р.
понеділок, 5 грудня 2016 р.
Day of Armed Forces of Ukraine
Soon in 1 day will be "The Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine"
This is celebrated annually on December 6. It is noteworthy that in the state there are official holidays of all branches of the armed forces - air force, navy and ground units. But here it is December 6 is celebrated holiday that symbolizes the unity of all forces of Ukraine. This holiday was approved in 1993 and ever since then it has become one of the favorite among the population. By the way, it is no coincidence selected date 6 December - on this day in 1991, a law on the formation of the Armed Forces of the independent state of Ukraine.
During the celebration held many official events - congratulations President, laying wreaths and flowers at the monuments and memorials of military glory, meeting fellow soldiers, communication with children. In addition, in the last 10 years has become a tradition to hold a common prayer in the church for the souls of fallen soldiers and officers. On the same day, and conducted military award - the President personally presenting awards for loyalty to the Fatherland, for the courage and heroism.
That same day, a queue of children and adults in the Museum of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. There is a great opportunity to learn about the history of weapons, troops and military operations conducted by Ukraine. Such knowledge will be useful to all, because without history there can be no people. But in the Ukrainian Armed Forces, there are recent history - the army has successfully participated in UN peacekeeping operations, and has proven successful with the disciplinary side, and from the training. Yellow-blue flag in many hot spots in the world has become a symbol of peace, friendship and support.
Yes, in this day walking all - veterans and active military personnel and paratroopers and naval officers - this day brings all arms. In different cities and smaller regional centers are concerts, dance performances, fireworks and make fireworks show.
According to global research, Ukraine from all non-nuclear states has the most powerful and efficient army.
This is celebrated annually on December 6. It is noteworthy that in the state there are official holidays of all branches of the armed forces - air force, navy and ground units. But here it is December 6 is celebrated holiday that symbolizes the unity of all forces of Ukraine. This holiday was approved in 1993 and ever since then it has become one of the favorite among the population. By the way, it is no coincidence selected date 6 December - on this day in 1991, a law on the formation of the Armed Forces of the independent state of Ukraine.
During the celebration held many official events - congratulations President, laying wreaths and flowers at the monuments and memorials of military glory, meeting fellow soldiers, communication with children. In addition, in the last 10 years has become a tradition to hold a common prayer in the church for the souls of fallen soldiers and officers. On the same day, and conducted military award - the President personally presenting awards for loyalty to the Fatherland, for the courage and heroism.
That same day, a queue of children and adults in the Museum of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. There is a great opportunity to learn about the history of weapons, troops and military operations conducted by Ukraine. Such knowledge will be useful to all, because without history there can be no people. But in the Ukrainian Armed Forces, there are recent history - the army has successfully participated in UN peacekeeping operations, and has proven successful with the disciplinary side, and from the training. Yellow-blue flag in many hot spots in the world has become a symbol of peace, friendship and support.
Yes, in this day walking all - veterans and active military personnel and paratroopers and naval officers - this day brings all arms. In different cities and smaller regional centers are concerts, dance performances, fireworks and make fireworks show.
According to global research, Ukraine from all non-nuclear states has the most powerful and efficient army.
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