11 November 2020
Our church building stands right on the bank of the river Daugava. Tonight was the night when the people of Latvia set candles by the wall of Riga Castle in memory of the fallen heroes (the Lāčplēsis Day was first celebrated 100 years ago). The setting of candles by the Riga Castle wall and in it started in 1988 as part of the national revival.
Tonight the church was open. The lights were on, there was music and candles. Our Chaplain Eliza wrote:
“Tonight St. Saviour’s was a quiet haven, offering a bit of warmth, light and peace in the times of darkness, cold and anxiety. I think between 200 and 300 people stepped into our church. Some came in for a moment, others for a longer while to pray, think or just enjoy the calm music. And we had some good conversations.”
