In commemoration of the holy prophet Elijah, who was taken into heaven on a fiery chariot, we bless vehicles today. The glorious prophet Elijah is known as the patron saint of vehicles, reminding us that we must struggle to manifest holiness in our lives, especially when we travel. The honoring of this great prophet of the Old Testament in our Holy Church dates back to Apostolic times. In the fourth century, the feast was already generally known. Our holy fathers John Chrysostom, St. Ambrose and St. Augustine have testified to his greatness, a fact which alone would prove the antiquity of this feast. The Blessing of Cars and any kind of Vehicle(including motorcycles, bicycles, and roller skates!) will take place following the Divine Liturgy today.