Patriarch Kirill of Moscow

Religious leader and spiritual authority

Patriarch Kirill of Moscow - Leaders & Politicians born November 20th, 1946
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Ordained as a priest in 1969, served in various capacities within the Russian Orthodox Church, including leading the Department for External Church Relations. Elected as the 16th Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia in 2009, overseeing the church during a period of increased visibility and influence in Russian society. Engaged in ecumenical dialogue with other Christian denominations and addressed contemporary moral and ethical issues facing the church.

Elected as Patriarch of Moscow in 2009

Promoted the Russian Orthodox Church's role in global Christianity

Strengthened ties between church and state in Russia

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