Russian Orthodox church elects new leader - 02 Feb 09
- 12 years ago
The Russian Orthodox Church has installed its first leader since the fall of the Soviet Union.
At a solemn ceremony in a vast Moscow cathedral, Patriarch Kirill took charge of the world's largest orthodox church.He has promised to maintain unity, and attract more young people to the religion.
Claudio Lavanga reports.
At a solemn ceremony in a vast Moscow cathedral, Patriarch Kirill took charge of the world's largest orthodox church.He has promised to maintain unity, and attract more young people to the religion.
Claudio Lavanga reports.