Ufa: the temple of the Nativity of the Virgin. History and revival of the shrine

The cathedral church of the Nativity of the Virgin (Ufa) is one of the most beautiful active shrines in the Republic of Bashkortostan. The church is an object of cultural heritage of the Russian Federation and is protected by the state.

History

The place for the erection of the church is indicated on the plansbuilding of the city in the 19th century. But she appeared later and decorated the city called Ufa. The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin was built between 1901 and 1909. The main financial investments were made by the merchant NM Patokin. The temple was consecrated in September 1909.

christmas church of the Holy Mother of God Ufa

The northern side-chapel was named after the saintNicholas the Wonderworker, the southern one - Archangel Michael. The architectural style of the church restored the laity to the revival of the traditions of the construction of the pre-Petrine era of Russia. The life of the whole country and the temple proceeded on the eve of the revolution, as a result of which many churches were lost, but the Ufa's stood firm.

The Soviet period and the revival

Revolution of 1917 brought cardinal changesin the minds, changed priorities, redecorated each settlement. No exception was Ufa: the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin underwent many trials. Since 1919 the Ufa cathedral has become a hospital, but the services were still being conducted. Until 1922, they were ruled by the New Martyr priests, who suffered the tragic fate of many people who disagreed with the new ideology. The rector of the church, Father Vasily Lazenkov, was arrested in November 1937. A few months later he was shot. Priest Alexei Kulyasov (Gorshunov) was sentenced to exile after his arrest. His further fate is unknown.

Since 1922 the church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary(Ufa) was given into the hands of the Renovationists. In 1934, the church was closed, and the building was transferred to the balance of "Bashkino". Soon they began to show films. Four years later, aviation workshops were located in the premises of the former temple. In 1955, the building was converted to a cinema. For this purpose, the bell tower was partially demolished, the main dome and supporting pillars were dismantled, extensions that violated the harmony of the architectural design were made.

Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Ufa

The cinema was closed in 1991. After this, the Orthodox life began to return to the city called Ufa. The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin began rebirth from a landmark event. Several icons were milled in the city - "Iberian Icon of the Mother of God", "The Execution of the Dead", "The Beheading of John the Baptist."

Recovery

Church of the Nativity of the Virgin (Ufa) and the territoryaround it were reconstructed for 15 years. The active participant of all processes was Bishop Nikon. He was often seen on the construction site, workers' planners. Nowadays, the restored building of the temple shines with golden domes, sky-blue walls. The height of the bell tower is 47 meters. The cathedral itself ascended 21 meters high. In the evenings, the church is illuminated - the shrine looks very beautiful.

cathedral church of the Nativity of the Virgin Ufa

The interior decoration is not inferior to the external gloss: the surfaces are decorated with white marble, the floors are lined with pink Italian stone, the adorned mosaic is made of granite and serpentinite, frescoes with biblical subjects serve as a decoration of the walls. Very beautifully painted vault. Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin in Ufa has already become a landmark of the whole region.

Activities

In the cathedral every dayservice, where many lay people and guests come, whom Ufa takes. The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin is the center of spiritual life for believers, a landmark and a place where active social, educational and upbringing work is conducted. In 2003, a Sunday school was organized for children. Its main goal is the education of a versatile personality. It is seen as a significant addition to the basic education.

During the study, children study the history of the church andChristianity, get knowledge of the Old and New Testaments. Teachers try to teach the kids to be kind, fair, to respond to the needs of their neighbor. Also at the school are working circles of general development, where the younger generation is mastering the art of recitation, singing, a theater studio is working. Children's classes are held on Sundays from 9:00 to 14:00. Enroll in the school can any child whose place of residence is Ufa.

temple of the Nativity of the Virgin Ufa address

Nativity of the Virgin is open to young people. Every Sunday from 12:30 to 14:00 there are meetings where we discuss exciting issues, make reports, study the Law of God. Participants of the group go on hikes, conduct missionary work and help the elderly, large families and low-income families. Find like-minded people, get knowledge of the history of the church and religion helps meetings for adults who have taken place. Here everyone is welcomed. The doors are open for both regular parishioners and those who only show interest in religion.

Where is?

In the cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed VirginThe Virgin Mary is a daily service, also all church rules are sent, baptisms, weddings, confessions, funeral services are held. It is possible to apply for spiritual help daily, and it will necessarily be rendered in word and deed.

You can easily find the church of the Nativity of the Virgin(Ufa). Address - Kirov Street, building 102. You can get to the temple by public transport - tram (routes №18, 1, 16, 21) and trolleybus (№ 13, 13К, 21). You need to go to the stop on the street. Kirov. By bus (№ 51, 73с) it is necessary to get to the street. Ayskoy. Then you need to go down the street to the next stop of transport. You can also take a shuttle taxi.