On Tuesday, March 17, the pilgrimage to the Church of Laç began, but as a result of the pandemic and everything that followed, the mayor of Laç announced the suspension of this annual ritual, but now that the country is fully open, there are many citizens. addressed to this area which is known as a good place.
Based on the experience of other years, on June 12, the believers stay there, to wait for the 13th, but what do you need to know if you will go to the Church of Laç for the first time?
The area is known as a good place, where Christian believers and not only go to pray to God, to remove embarrassment and prosperity. It is recommended that the pilgrim leave with a clear and unique idea in mind.
The pilgrimage on foot starts at the beginning of the stairs. Greater believers, those who have major health problems or a major problem prefer to climb the stairs on foot, as it is considered a sacrifice. The walking path is long and arduous.
When he reaches the edge of the hill, the pilgrims enter the church where they pray for the reason he brought them there. You can stay as long as you need.
After that, pilgrims visit the cave of St. Vlash nearby. Inside, you can leave clothes, photos, documents or similar things related to your problem. But in the Church, even in the cave, you can pray. At the exit of the cave stands the priest who touches the believers and accepts their prayers, as it were.
Pilgrims climb up again and perform the ritual of blessed water. Outside there are two taps for this function. The hand touches the water and with the same hand rubs the area where you have a problem in the body. For example, those who suffer from chronic headaches rub their heads. Then, the cross is made.
Finally, the candles are lit in a special area outside. You can take the candles with you, or you can buy them at nearby vendors. You can also buy various talismans for good luck, or take a stone from the holy place or blessed water to bring it home.
Visits to the Church of Laç should always be made in odd numbers. So either you have to go one Tuesday, or three Tuesdays, five Tuesdays, and so on. If you?ve made up your mind to go, you should definitely go. The pilgrimage to the Church of Laç cannot be left to chance or suspended.
There are rumors that women cannot enter the Church while menstruating, but this practice is not followed by everyone.
The most important advice of all is to believe, feel the energy of the place and have an open heart. Pilgrimage to the Church of Laç is a spiritual experience rather than a religious one, and pragmatism can never be helpful.
This year, don?t forget to add to your visit to the church, mask, gloves and of course, avoid gatherings.
