(KZN.RU,
April 27). Ilsur Metshin, the Mayor of Kazan, congratulated the Orthodox
citizens on Easter.
“I wholeheartedly
congratulate Orthodox Kazan citizens on Easter!
Like many
years ago, this bright day symbolizes spring and hope, promotes spiritual
enrichment and unity of people. It awakens the noblest feelings and thoughts in
hearts, inspires good deeds and actions. Easter days bring love and patience to
families, urge to take care of loved ones, be merciful to strangers.
The
Orthodox Church in Kazan conducts constructive work aimed at strengthening
moral traditions in society, solving important social problems, harmonizing
interfaith and interethnic relations, preserving the richest historical and
cultural heritage, reviving shrines.
May the
Easter Sunday fill the soul with warmth and joy, give happiness and
inspiration. On this great holiday, I sincerely wish all the Orthodox citizens
health, peace, and harmony!” says the greeting.