Russian Church opposes death penalty

Child abuse is not uncommon in the Russian Orthodox Church. Following the example of the Roman Catholic Church, the Orthodox Church has also tightened the rules. But is that enough?

Just weeks before Russia goes to the ballot box in parliamentary elections, Russian Christians are making up their minds about whom to vote for. Contrary to what many Westerners would think, the choice is an easy one.

In a remarkable move, Christian denominations in Russia joined each other to support their Finnish fellow believers.