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“Ukrainian independent church – purely a political idea”

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Patriarch of Russia – and former biker

Published: 24 May, 2009, 22:24


Patriarch Kirill and Aleksandr Zaldostanov, who’s better known by his nickname ““Surgeon” (Photo from site www.patriarchia.ru)

Russia’s Patriarch Kirill said he used to ride a bike and understands the “love for speed”. The leader of the country’s largest bikers’ association, Night Wolves, told the church head about their patriotic activity.

 
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