



Patriarch Alexy II speaks of his childhood impressions of visiting Valaam Monastery, abstinence during Lent, spirituality, morality, The construction of new churches, the revival of religiosity in the country, the miracle of the Holy Fire, interfaith relations, the social ministry of the church, parochial Schools, cooperation with the media and upcoming events celebrating the two thousandth anniversary of the birth of Christ.
Patriarch Alexy II - Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia.
24.02.1998