“A clockwork soldier,” it might have been called. Today we stand before the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker in Saint Petersburg. Its history began in the pre-revolutionary period. Construction of the church was carried out in 1911. It followed the design of a military architect E. K. Gerle. The initial purpose was a “chapel-canteen”. It was for the Anatomical Building of the Imperial Military Medical Academy.
The Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker has been revived. It has been fully restored to life. Regular services are held there. A piece of the relics of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker is housed in the church. His revered image is here too. The history of acquiring the relics is inextricably linked to the restoration of the shrine.
The parish of the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker leads an active spiritual life. It also leads educational and social activities. Anyone can participate.
Construction of the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker was carried out in 1911. It followed the design of a military architect E. K. Gerle. The initial purpose was a “chapel-canteen”. It was for the Anatomical Building of the Imperial Military Medical Academy.
Today the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker has been revived. It has been fully restored. Regular services are held there. A piece of the relics of St. Nicholas is housed in the church. His revered image is here too. The history of acquiring this object is inextricably linked to the restoration of the shrine.
The parish of the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker leads an active spiritual life. It also leads educational and social activities. Anyone can participate in it.
The address is Akademika Lebedeva Street 37B in Saint Petersburg. The nearest metro station is Chernyhevskaya. You can call +7 812 935-82-11 or +7 921 935-82-11. The Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker was opened in 1911. It is a temple and a place for children. Admission to services is free.
Great Lent services include special readings. These are held in the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker.
The church also serves as a center for humanitarian aid. It supports refugees and those in need. This center accepts long-term storage food. It also accepts personal hygiene items and clothing.
In July 2022, Metropolitan Varsonofy celebrated the liturgy here. For outstanding service, clergy were awarded. Father Feodor Kuznetsov and Father Alexey Vorontsov received awards.
You can find articles and photos of services on the Saint Petersburg Metropolis website. The journal “Living Water” also features the church.
Father Feodor Kuznetsov answered questions about faith on the Soyuz channel. He discussed why one should believe in God. This highlights the Church of the Nativity of Nicholas the Wonderworker’s role in modern dialogue. May Saint Nicholas pray for us.