A survival school “Fortress of Spirit” was held in the Tara diocesetranslated

In the last days of October 2026, with the blessing of Bishop Vikenty of Tara and Tyukalinsk, the first spiritual and patriotic event for teenagers took place within the framework of the project “Suvorov training camp “Science of Victory”” - the “Fortress of Spirit” survival school.

The gatherings were held in the village of Tambovka, Sargat district, Omsk region, on the basis of the convent being built in honor of the Vladimir Icon of the Mother of God.

For the participants, nun Sergia (Debus) prepared heated rooms, meals, meetings and communication.

During the training camp, Bishop Vikenty of Tara and Tyukalin met with the guys. The Bishop talked with the participants, gave a lecture on spiritual and moral education, supported the children in starting a good deed and handed everyone books with spiritual teachings (travel format, convenient for travel).

In the church in honor of the “Three-Handed” icon of the Mother of God of the women’s monastery under construction, a prayer service was held for the beginning of a good deed.

After a general formation and safety briefing, the participants were briefed on the tasks of the upcoming field trip and commanders were assigned. The instructor of the rifle regiment conducted a lesson on military topography: the guys learned the basics of orienteering, working with a map and compass, and...