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Russia, Moscow, Soldatskaya street, 4

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Church of Peter and Paul in Lefortovo

(Peter and Paul Church) is an Orthodox church in the Lefortovo district of Moscow. Belongs to the Peter and Paul Deanery of the Moscow City Diocese.

History of the Church of Peter and Paul

Lefortovo is an old district in the southeast of the city, where there are many interesting buildings. There is also an Orthodox monastery in memory of the apostles Peter and Paul. The uniqueness of the building lies in the architecture, which has remained virtually unchanged since its construction.

The street on which the monastery stands was renamed several times. All names are directly related to the history of the temple. Initially it was Petropavlovskaya, in the 18th century it was Lafertovskaya, and in 1922 it became Soldatskaya. You can trace the history - for whom the church was built, who supervised the construction and in whose honor it was consecrated.

Initially, there was a wooden church on this site, consecrated in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. In 1696, young Peter ordered the construction of a new monastery made of stone in place of the old one made of wood.

Lefort was put in charge of the construction process, but, unfortunately, he died 3 years later. Before his death, work proceeded quickly, but after that it stopped. Therefore, construction was completed only in 1711. In the same year, the temple was consecrated.

In 1812, the French army entered Moscow, which was half burned. Napoleon's army stationed its horses in the temple, which was not affected by the fire. After the victory over the French, the building was restored and a new consecration ceremony was held.

In 1834 there was a severe fire in Moscow, which damaged many buildings. The parish in the church was completely burned out, which was later restored almost unchanged.

Church of Peter and Paul in Lefortovo after the hurricane of 1904

The last unpleasant event for the church was a hurricane in 1904, where the crosses on the roof and part of the roof were destroyed . Everything was restored in a short time. After this, the temple functioned normally without any losses or disturbances.

During Soviet times, the monastery held services and preserved the bells, iconostasis and other interior decoration. Now there is a Sunday school at the church, services and liturgies are held, and the sacrament of baptism is performed.

Where is the temple?

Lefortovo is the oldest district of Moscow, which has seen many events in its lifetime. Lefortovo Sloboda was famous first for its palaces, then for its barracks, and finally for its prison (not a bad “evolution”, isn’t it?).

• It is in this once diverse area that the Church of Peter and Paul in Lefortovo is located, the current address of which is: Moscow, Soldatskaya Street, 4.
• For inquiries, please call (495) 361-42-15.

Architecture of the Church of Peter and Paul

The Church of Peter and Paul in Lefortovo was built in the spirit of the traditional pre-Petrine style of architecture, despite Leforto's adherence to Calvinism and Protestantism. The building is elongated horizontally from west to east. The bell tower is made in the form of a tent with through openings.

The roof is decorated with 5 beautiful domes. A departure from tradition was the use of baroque shells on the quadrangle instead of traditional kokoshniks. The same technique was used on 2 more buildings that have survived to this day - the Church of the Deposition of the Robe near the Donskoy Monastery and the Monastery of the Transfiguration on the Sands not far from Arbat. This is one of the tallest buildings - the height reaches 38 m.

The southern portal from the old wooden church still exists. There are chapels on both sides of the main building. On the right side there is a chapel in the name of John the Theologian, on the left - in honor of St. Sergius of Radonezh.

The bell tower has 8 bells, which are more than 150 years old. The main and largest bell was cast by the best foundry craftsmen in 1820. Its weight is about 5 tons.

In Russia, only a few belfries have remained unchanged since Soviet times, unaffected by the mass destruction of bells. The Church of Peter and Paul is one of these unique institutions. The monastery continued its activities under the communists without changes.

External lighting is arranged in 2 tiers. There are 3 entrances leading into the temple, above which are depicted the faces of saints: from the west – the icon of the Kazan Mother of God, in the north – the icon of the Pechersk Mother of God and in the south – the Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God. The walls of the main building and side chapels are decorated with paintings.

The territory is fenced with a stone fence with a metal lattice and is under state protection. At the end of the 20th century, a small church was erected here to hold the sacrament of baptism in honor of Archangel Michael. In 2000, a chapel with a crucifix of Jesus Christ was built.

Architecture

The height of the church is 38 m. It is a five-domed temple; in addition, one dome is located above each chapel. A special feature of the building is the ancient “tent” style bell tower. During the persecution, the removal of the bells was avoided, so that now Muscovites can hear the ringing that has called believers to service since the 18th century.

The church has three entrances, each of which is specially decorated with icons of the Mother of God. It is believed that Peter I, who mastered many crafts, including construction, personally took part in the decoration of the southern entrance.

Interior decoration of the Church of Peter and Paul

The Church of Peter and Paul, located in Lefortovo, has existed for more than 400 years. During this period, the monastery survived fires, wars, and natural disasters, but was able to preserve its original interior decoration. Inside, the temple fascinates with its splendor and luxury. The hall is divided into 3 naves using powerful marble columns. The floor is tiled with limestone.

The walls were decorated with rhodonite, marble and jasper. The famous masters I. Rossi and A. Quadri did the stucco work on the walls and columns. The walls were painted by D. Soloviev, V. Ignatiev, G. Gzel, I. Belsky, V. Yaroshevsky and M. Zakharov. A. Matveev supervised the work of the painters.

The temple inside is illuminated by 5 bronze chandeliers. Crystal and multi-colored Venetian glass were used for decoration. Of these 5 chandeliers, one has survived from the 18th century, the rest are copies made in the 20th century.

The frame of the iconostasis is made of larch up to 20 m high. D. Trezzini prepared the drawings for it. The work was carried out by masters I. Telega and T. Ivanov. The sculptures and decorative elements are made from linden. Work on the iconostasis took 4 years in the premises of the Armory Chamber.

The images in the icon cases were painted by famous icon painters F. Artemyev and M. Merkuryev. The iconostasis was delivered disassembled. Assembly was carried out directly on site.

Next to the left column is the pulpit for sermons. A separate place is provided for the royal family and the sovereign near the right column. There are 2 altars in the temple: the first stands in the main altar and is consecrated in the name of Peter and Paul, the second, consecrated in honor of the Great Martyr Catherine, is in the southwest of the building.

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Shrines of the Church of Peter and Paul

Thousands of pilgrims and believers come to the temple to venerate the shrines and ask for help. Icons with divine faces that have healing properties are kept here.

When visiting the monastery, you feel inner peace, solitude from external bustle and cleansing of the soul from everyday burdens. In difficult moments, here you can find peace, divine help and a kind word that helps you find the right solution.

The temple contains the following unique shrines:

1. Pochaev Icon of the Mother of God is one of the most revered shrines of the Orthodox Church. The image has existed for more than 400 years and during this time numerous miracles have been witnessed that occurred from the holy icon. The celebration of the image takes place on July 23 - the day of victory over the Turks in 1675 thanks to prayer. All miracles that occurred from the image are recorded in church documents. The icon came to the temple after the 30s of the twentieth century.

2. Icon of the Mother of God “Unbreakable Wall” brought to the temple from the Kiev St. Sophia Cathedral in the 19th century. The Blessed Virgin in the image is depicted in full height, standing on a quadrangular stone. The Virgin’s hands are raised up to God, praying for the protection of the human race. The icon emits a special power that is felt when standing next to it. The celebration according to the image takes place on Easter and June 13th.

3. The ark with the relics is located in the main chapel on the right side of the pulpit . Here is kept a Particle of the Life-Giving Cross of the Lord, the relics of the saints - St. Isaac, Alypius the icon painter, Martyr Nikita and John the Warrior, St. Sergius of Radonezh, Great Martyrs George and Arethas with Mercury, Hieromartyr Basil of Amasia, Prince M. of Tver and St. Nile.
4. The supreme apostles Peter and Paul are among the first 12 apostles who carried faith in Jesus and Christianity throughout the earth. They were the voice of God for the people. The image is revered by believers and is considered a powerful amulet against all troubles and adversities.
5. The Smolensk Icon of the Mother of God is one of the most mysterious faces of the church. It is considered a Guidebook for Christian believers. The sacred face protects from serious disasters on the road, in making difficult and important decisions. The day of veneration of the face is August 10.
6. Iveron Icon of the Mother of God famous for the numerous miracles that occurred thanks to the help of the holy face. The icon was brought to Moscow in 1648. Since that time, the image has been one of the most revered shrines.

7. Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker is read as an intercessor in financial matters, on the road and in worldly vanity. Nikolai devoted his entire life to serving God and people. All his deeds were dedicated to helping the unfortunate, orphans and the weak. He earned respect during his lifetime and continues to do so to this day. The saint's memory is honored every week on Thursdays, December 6 and May 9.
8. The Holy Blessed Prince Alexander Nevsky became famous in the famous ice battle on Lake Chudovoy. But there are still many things that were accomplished by the prince for the good of Rus'. He was sent to negotiate with Batu in the Horde. After the fourth trip to the Tatar-Mongols, the prince died on the way. On the way to Vladimir, the body of the deceased Alexander Nevsky remained incorrupt, which spoke of the special disposition of our Lord. There are several versions of the Life of St. Alexander Nevsky.
9. The Burning Bush Icon of the Mother of God protects from troubles and helps to overcome misfortunes. Counts. That the prototype of the holy face was the bush bush, which predicted to Moses the coming of the son of the Lord. The Mother of God, dressed in bishop's robes, holds a baby in her arms. Biblical symbols were placed on the chest, which tell about the main virtues and the meaning of life. The image protects against fire, natural storms and other disasters. The celebration takes place on September 4th.

Having visited the church, a person will feel the holiness of this place and free the soul from external heaviness, receive relief and joy. On holidays, the temple attracts thousands of believers who honor the traditions and ceremonies of Orthodoxy. On such days, you can talk with the priest about difficult thoughts and get advice.

Interesting facts and legends

The Church of Peter and Paul in Lefortovo was built more than 400 years ago. The monastery breathes with antiquity and the depth of faith in the Lord, when it is felt on the skin. The greatness of the temple has developed over many years and continues to this day.

The church has experienced many significant events in the country:

• the first documentary mention dates back to 1613 - the consecration was in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker (the first temple after the Great Troubles);
• in 1696, Peter I ordered the monastery to be rebuilt into a stone one and allocated 2,000 rubles for this;
• F. Lefort, the tsar’s closest ally, was appointed to supervise the construction;

• the temple was intended for soldiers and officers of the 1st Moscow Regiment, located in this place;
• they completed construction in 1711 and immediately carried out the consecration ceremony in the name of the supreme apostles Peter and Paul;
• during the war with Napoleon, the temple was not damaged by fire, but the French used it as a stable;
• since its construction, services have never stopped here - even in Soviet times, the temple worked without changes;
• the interior decoration of the monastery has existed since its construction - the iconostasis, paintings on the walls, utensils and icons;
• the largest bell was cast in the 19th century and still sounds like new.

The rector of the temple and employees protect and preserve the valuable shrines stored here. Parishioners and believers come here to worship the Lord and receive blessings. The ark with the relics of saints and icons with sacred faces help in illness, misfortune and disasters, which is recorded in church documentation.

Patronal holidays[edit]

Peter and Paul, chief apostles

- July, 12

Michael, Archangel

— September 19 (memory of the miracle in Khoneh), November 21 (cathedral)

John the Theologian, apostle

— May 21, December 9

Sergius of Radonezh, Venerable

— Cathedral of Moscow Saints, July 18, October 8

Opening hours of the Church of Peter and Paul and schedule of services

The temple is open daily.

Divine services are held:

• from Monday to Friday, the liturgy in the morning begins at 8:00 and in the evening at 17:00;
• on Friday at 17:00 there is a service of akathist to the Pochaev Icon of the Mother of God;
• on Sunday an akathist goes in honor of the Savior;
• on Sundays and holidays, believers perform an all-night vigil - begins at 17:00;
• on a holiday, first there is an early liturgy at 7:00 and then a late one at 10:00.

There is a children's Sunday school at the temple, where classes are held every Sunday from 13:00 to 16:00. The Singing School recently began operating. Both adults and children study here on Fridays every week. Children from 19:00, and adults from 20:00.

The following days are considered the patronal feasts of the temple:

• July 12 is the day of veneration of the apostles Peter and Paul;
• Archangel Michael is honored on September 19 and November 21;
• St. John the Theologian's day is May 21;
• July 18 is the day of remembrance of St. Sergius of Radonezh.

Current state[edit]

Description[edit]

The temple has five domes; in addition, there is one dome above each of the aisles. The bell tower with 8 bells is of the tent type, with through openings. There are three entrances outside. Above the western entrance is the image of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, above the northern entrance is the icon of the Pechersk Mother of God with St. Anthony and Theodosius, above the South - the Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God.

The height of the temple including the crosses is 38 meters.

Activities of the parish[edit]

There is a Sunday school for children at the temple, classes are held on Sundays (13.00-16.00), the school teaches the Law of God, fine arts, and church singing.

There is also a singing school for adults, classes are held on Fridays at 20.00. and a singing school for children, classes are held on Fridays at 19.00.

Catechetical conversations for adults are held on Saturday at 14.00.

How to get to the Church of Peter and Paul by car or public transport

You can get to the temple by private car, taxi, metro, bus, train and minibus. Electric trains towards the monastery are Gorky and Kazan directions.

The following routes can be built using public transport:

• from the Baumanskaya metro station you can walk about 1.5 km or take minibus No. 740;

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  by metro in the Kazan and Ryazan directions to the Aviamotornaya station and Novaya Square, here you need to change to tram No. 32, 43, 46 to the stop. “Soldatskaya Street” (5 stops) or by minibus No. 346, 740;

• from the Semenovskaya metro station there are trams No. 32, 43, 46 (you will have to travel 6 stops) and minibus No. 346;
• from Partizanskaya station there is one tram number 32 - go 10 stops;
• from the metro station Ploshchad Ilyich, Rimnaya, Serp i Molot Square, you need to go to the Gorky direction, then transfer to tram No. 46 or bus No. 730;
• from the Preobrazhenskaya Ploshchad station (you will have to travel 11 stops) or Rokossovsky Boulevard (you will have to travel 24 stops), then you need to transfer to tram No. 46, minibus No. 346;
• from the station Proletarskaya and Krestyanskaya Zastava there are trams No. 46, 43;
• Tram number 43 goes from Dubrovka metro station;
• from the Sortirovochnaya metro station (this is the Kazan and Ryazan direction) you can walk - about 1.5 km;
• From the Moscow-Tovarnaya metro station you need to take tram number 46.

From the Aviamotornaya metro station the walk will take about 30 minutes. You need to head towards Hospital Square, where the temple will be immediately visible. Tram, bus and minibus go to the Soldatskaya Street stop.

Hotels near the Church of Peter and Paul

When visiting Moscow to explore the Church of Peter and Paul in Lefortovo from another city, you can stay at a hotel. Near the monastery there are enough hotels with different price categories. The rooms are available in both single and double rooms, junior suites and suites. There are special programs through which you can easily choose a hotel based on price and accessibility to the temple.

You can stay in the following hotels:

The Church of Peter and Paul, which is located in Lefortovo, is one of the oldest monasteries. The unique architecture captivates the eye and evokes genuine admiration. Inside, the decoration of the early 18th century has been preserved, which gives it a special majesty and spirituality.

Ancient icons and paintings on the walls awaken true admiration in the soul. Here you can pray to the Lord and the holy apostles in complete silence and tranquility. A conversation with the priest will leave peace and tranquility in your soul.

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