December 30 marks the 40th anniversary of the proclamation by Pope John Paul II with his Apostolic Letter Egregiae Virtitus of Saints Cyril and Methodius as co-patrons of Europe.
Cyril and Methodius are among the six saints proclaimed patrons of Europe by the Catholic Church over the years.
John Paul II regarded Cyril and Methodius as a spiritual bridge between the Eastern and the Western traditions, contributing significantly to the cultural growth of the Europe.
In 867, the alphabet created by Cyril and Methodius and the books written in the new alphabet, were solemnly consecrated in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome by Pope Adrian II.
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On Saturday, cumulus clouds will develop over the western half of the country and short-term rain showers are expected. There will be..
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