Governor of St. Petersburg A.D. Beglov Congratulates Metropolitan Alexander on Receiving the Order “For Merit to the Fatherland,” Second Class

The Governor of St. Petersburg, Alexander Dmitrievich Beglov, extended his congratulations to Metropolitan Alexander of Astana and Kazakhstan on being awarded the Order “For Merit to the Fatherland,” Second Class.

Your Eminence, Most Reverend Metropolitan Alexander,

Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on your being awarded the Order “For Merit to the Fatherland,” Second Class.

You have been honored with this high state award in recognition of your contribution to preserving and promoting spiritual and moral values, as well as for your many years of charitable and public service.

Your ministry stands as an example of steadfast commitment to strengthening the Orthodox faith and of sincere concern for the well-being of others.

May the Lord grant you unfailing strength in your labors and prayers for the good of the Church and for all those who look to you on their path of spiritual renewal and enlightenment.

Alexander D. Beglov

Governor of St. Petersburg