The wife of a priest from the Rostov region was awarded the title “Mother Heroine”translated

The title “Heroine Mother” was awarded to Irina Osyak from the Rostov region, the wife of Archpriest Dimitry Osyak.

The corresponding decree with the wording “for great services in strengthening the institution of family and raising children” was signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 23, 2026, reports the website of the Rostov-on-Don diocese.

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It is specified that together with her husband, Irina Osyak raised 11 children - four daughters and seven sons. The couple have been married for 38 years and have 23 grandchildren in their family.

In addition, Mother Irina is engaged in charitable activities, providing assistance to those in need and participating in volunteer initiatives.

Irina Osyak’s husband, Archpriest Dimitry Osyak, is a cleric of the Rostov-on-Don diocese, rector of the church in honor of the Icon of the Mother of God “Tenderness” in the city of Rostov-on-Don.

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