The arrival of the Cross of St. Andrew the First-Called in Russia coincided with an important anniversary - the date of the 1025th anniversary of the Baptism of Rus', at the origins of which, according to legend, stood the Apostle Andrew. Not everyone had a chance to fall at the shrine. Many did not find the time or means to come to the cities that this relic, sacred to all Orthodox Christians, honored with its visit. But you can turn to the Cross of St. Andrew the First-Called in your prayers. And invisible help from this shrine will definitely come - according to your faith. In 2013, many people were honored to venerate the great shrine - the Cross of St. Andrew the First-Called.