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Lukashenko congratulates Patriarch Kirill on enthronement anniversary

MINSK, 1 February (BelTA) – Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has congratulated Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia Kirill on the 10th anniversary of the enthronement of the Patriarch, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian leader.

The head of state remarked that the service of Patriarch Kirill as the primate of the Russian Orthodox Church and an influential public figure who is concerned about the spiritual and moral revival of the society, cultural development, promotion of peace and resolution of the most difficult problems of today is an example of true humanity.

“You pay special attention to and take care of Belarus, provide moral guidance and support to believers, display genuine interest in the wellbeing of our Fatherland. We are grateful to you for your efforts to harmonize international and interreligious relations in neighboring and distant countries,” the message of greetings reads.

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