First liturgical celebration of Saint Hieromartyr Ilija Trubarski
The first liturgical celebration of Saint Hieromartyr Ilija Trubarski, who was inscribed in the Diptych of Saints in 2025 at the suggestion of Bishop Sergije of Bihać-Petrovac and by decision of the Holy Synod of Bishops of the Serbian Orthodox Church, was held yesterday, on the day of his prayer remembrance, in the Church of Saint Sava in Drvar.
TL;DR
- The first liturgical celebration for Saint Hieromartyr Ilija Trubarski, recently inscribed in the Diptych of Saints, was held in Drvar.
- Bishop Sergije officiated, emphasizing the saint's martyrdom during fratricidal conflict and calling for reconciliation.
- Father Nikola Radovančević, a descendant of the saint, shared his personal journey from anger to forgiveness, highlighting divine providence.
- The event underscored the importance of forgiveness and overcoming past conflicts, praying for renewed brotherly love.