Congratulations from Metropolitan Nikita of Krasnoyarsk and Achinsk on the Day of Employee of the Internal Affairs Bodies of the Russian Federationtranslated

November 10 is the Day of the Internal Affairs Officer of the Russian Federation - Police Day. On this occasion, Metropolitan Nikita addressed a congratulatory word to all law enforcement officers in Krasnoyarsk:

— Dear employees and veterans of internal affairs bodies, I cordially congratulate you on your professional holiday!

The path you have chosen is not just a profession, but a true service that requires daily courage, fortitude and dedication. You stand in defense of law and order, being a reliable shield for civilians. Your every day is proof of fidelity to duty and oath. In your faces we see those who, without sparing themselves, ensure our peace and security, protect human rights and dignity.

Serving in law enforcement requires enormous effort - both physical and spiritual. The Orthodox faith always awakens in the hearts the desire for truth and righteousness, for the triumph of good over evil. The Holy Scripture also calls us to this: “Learn to do good, seek righteousness, save the oppressed, defend the orphan, stand up for the widow” (Is. 1:17). This calling is at the core of your work: in fulfilling it, you sometimes risk your own lives.

On this…