The Light of Bulgaria | An Orthodox Christian Documentary | Official Trailer

Official trailer for the documentary film "The Light of Bulgaria," which focuses on the Old Calendar Orthodox Church of Bulgaria. The film documents a critical period for the Church as it seeks to maintain its state registration as a religious entity in Bulgaria. Production occurred in the weeks leading up to Pascha 2025.

The narrative highlights opposition faced by the Old Calendar Orthodox Church from both the Bulgarian Patriarchate and elements of the Bulgarian government who are reportedly seeking to terminate its legal status. These pressures have included public accusations labeling the denomination a threat to national security. The trailer provides an overview of this institutional struggle amidst the ongoing spiritual preparations of the Faithful toward Pascha.

The full-length documentary is scheduled for release in the spring of 2026 on the Saint Photios Orthodox Theological Seminary YouTube channel.