A real candle in Saint Sophia Cathedral of Kyiv

Place a candle online,

and your prayer will be heard

We understand that it is not always possible to visit the cathedral in person. Our service lets you send your request remotely to Saint Sophia Cathedral of Kyiv.

Important: this is not a virtual candle The candle is real. We pass it to the cathedral, after which it goes through the same rite as if you had personally come and placed the candle yourself.

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Where is your prayer sent?

All ordered candles are lit in the cathedral with a centuries-old history and walls sanctified by prayer.

Saint Sophia Cathedral (Sophia of Kyiv)

Address: 24 Volodymyrska St, Kyiv, Ukraine
Status: National Conservation Area “St. Sophia of Kyiv”

Every day we receive your requests and pass them to the cathedral. In the cathedral, a real wax candle is placed and lit by the corresponding icon.

Prayer and candle intentions

You can order a candle for different intentions. Choose a purpose and click the button to submit your request.

Candle for health

A request to the Lord for healing from illness and for strengthening the body and spirit of you or your loved ones.

Candle for the departed

A prayer for the repose of departed relatives and loved ones, for forgiveness of their sins, and for the gift of the Kingdom of Heaven.

Candle for protection from evil eye and harm

Protection from evil intentions, negative influence, and ill-wishing people. A prayer for spiritual protection.

Candle for studies

A request for help in learning, success in exams, and wisdom for pupils and students.

Candle for love and relationships

A prayer for a strong family, meeting the right person, reconciliation between spouses, and harmony.

Candle for finances

A request for help in difficult financial circumstances, honest earnings, and finding good work.

Candle for success

A prayer for God's blessing on good deeds, new beginnings, and the successful resolution of life's difficulties.

Candle for victory

A request for the protection of our soldiers, the preservation of their lives, peace on our native land, and victory over enemies.

Candle for sins

Sincere repentance for committed wrongs, with a request for God's mercy and the cleansing of the soul.

Candles already lit

Recent requests delivered to our cathedral and already being lifted up in prayer.

For: Яна

Candle for health

10.09.2026 15:38

For: Вікторія

Прошу помолитися за рабу Божу Вікторію . У п’ятницю вона має важливу справу, пов’язану з отриманням візи, на яку дуже довго чекала. Прошу Господа допомогти їй, дарувати спокій, мудрість і благополучне вирішення цієї справи. Нехай Господь направить усе на

10.09.2026 15:37

For: Вікторія

За здоровʼя

10.09.2026 15:36

For: Михайло Фокін

За успіх у подорожі!

05.09.2026 13:22

For: Богдана

Панахида за упокай'

05.09.2026 13:22

For: Денис Лі

за екзамен

05.09.2026 13:21

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common questions about lighting a candle online and submitting a prayer intention.

Is this a real candle or a virtual one? +

The candle is real. It is delivered to the cathedral, after which the same rite is performed as if you had come in person and lit the candle yourself.

What should I include in the request? +

It is enough to provide a name, the prayer intention, and, if desired, a short note or request.

Is a donation required? +

No. Everything is voluntary. At the same time, it is important to remember that the candle and related actions involve expenses, so if you wish you can voluntarily support the development of our project. We are not part of this cathedral and do not operate on its behalf. We only support Orthodox Christians who, for one reason or another, cannot visit the cathedral in person.

When will the candle be lit? +

On average, from the moment the order is submitted, the candle is delivered to the cathedral and then lit within 5 business days. The exact timing may depend on the cathedral’s internal schedule and workload.

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