A spiritual conversation took place today at the Palace of Independence. The Head of State met with the participants of the Holy Synod of the Russian and Belarusian Orthodox churches. The high authority and versatile activity of the church has always been the key to stability in the Belarusian land. In close cooperation with the state, its creative power brings an undoubted contribution not only in the religious aspect. We are talking about the expansion of charitable, cultural and educational activities.
On these days, 12 hierarchs of the highest executive body of the Russian Orthodox Church arrived in Minsk to take part in the meeting of the Holy Synod. The event is called unique, because it is held outside of Russia for the first time. In addition, it coincided with the visit of Patriarch Kirill who arrived on the Belarusian land as part of the celebration of the 1030th anniversary of the Baptism of Russia. Patriarch Kirill is visiting our country for the 5th time. According to the established tradition, he meets with the President of Belarus each time.
Alexander Lukashenko met today with members of the Holy Synod of the Russian and Belarusian Orthodox churches. This fact demonstrates that the state and the church are as close as ever in the modern world. At a time when wars and conflicts shook the planet every now and then, secular and spiritual goals have one goal: to make people of different faiths and nationalities live in peace and harmony.
The Orthodox Church should not only actively participate in social processes, but also help strengthen interfaith harmony. Our country is always ready to provide a platform for constructive dialogue.
