Church of All Saints at Filyovskaya Poyma
Construction of the temple began in October 2007. The Lower Temple, dedicated to the Blessed Princes Peter and Fevronia, has been painted, an iconostasis has been installed in it, and regular services have been held here since 2016. Nearby there is a wooden church in the name of St. Seraphim of Sarov, which is the small church of the parish.
In the Orthodox tradition, holiness is recognized for people who have pleased God with their lifestyle, spiritual exploits and have been canonized by the Church. Among them are the righteous, the venerable, the hierarchs, the patriarchs, the martyrs, the prophets, the apostles, the pious princes, the blessed, the silverless, the confessors and others. In the era of early Christianity, the word “saints” referred to all members of the Church: first it referred to the Christians of Jerusalem, then to believers in Judea, and ultimately to all followers of Christ. Canonized saints are officially listed as Saints (Months), but there are also ascetics of the faith whom the Church has not canonized. Veneration of saints is manifested in the study of their spiritual experience, imitation of their virtues and prayerful appeal to them. Christian holiness is understood in three aspects: absolute holiness belongs to God alone, canonized saints are examples to follow, and every Christian is called to a righteous life. In the New Testament, holiness is associated with renunciation of sin, renunciation of pagan traditions, striving for piety and following Christ even in suffering. In the early Christian period (before the fifth century), the term “saint” was applied to all believers, but was not used in relation to apostles, martyrs, or confessors. Over time, the martyrs gained special veneration, temples and chapels were built in their honor. Subsequently, hermits, monks, and saints also began to be canonized. The veneration of the Mother of God, the apostles, and the myrrh-bearing women has also increased. At the same time, the veneration of saints has never been equated with the worship of God, and the holy places associated with their lives and repose have become especially revered in the Christian tradition.
Address: Moscow, Filevsky Boulevard, 44, building 1
