The venerated icon from the Panagia Soumela sanctuary will be available for worship at the Church of the Four Holy Martyrs in Rethymno from October 24-29, 2026. The official reception occurs on Saturday, October 24 at 5:30 PM.
On Monday, October 26, the icon will be temporarily transferred to Perama and Anogia for special veneration services. This significant spiritual event offers the faithful the opportunity to venerate the icon, deeply connected to Orthodox Christian tradition and Pontic Greek heritage.