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The dean of the Krutinsky district took part in sending a humanitarian convoy to the North Military District zonetranslated

July 9, 2026 · 1 min read

Priest Viktor Rusakov, dean of the Krutinsky church district and rector of the Elias Church, took part in sending a humanitarian convoy from the Krutinsky district to the zone of a special military operation.

Father Victor performed the rite of consecration of vehicles with humanitarian cargo, sprinkling them with holy water and blessed the drivers and organizers of the convoy, wishing them God's help in this important matter.

Parishioners of the Elias Church took an active part in raising funds and providing humanitarian aid for military personnel, making their contribution to the common cause of supporting the defenders of the Fatherland.

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Роман ЗайцевFather Victor, as always, was on site - he blessed the cars and blessed the guys. The parishioners of the Elias Church did well for collecting the cargo. Good luck to the drivers, may everything arrive safely.

Laura ClarkОтец Виктор всегда берётся за такое дело с душой. Хорошо, что прихожане Ильинского храма снова собрали помощь, особенно сейчас, когда всё нужно. Главное, чтоб водители доехали благополучно.

Софья СемёноваFather Victor did everything right this time too - he blessed the cars and blessed the drivers. The parishioners of the Elias Church collected the load again, well done. The main thing is that we get there without incident and that everything reaches our guys.

Ирина СоловьёваI completely agree, Roman. Father Victor always does everything so calmly and to the point, without unnecessary words. And our parishioners really collected good things - knitted socks, food, and even medicine. I hope the guys there get everything on time.

Дарко НиколовскиFather Victor did everything calmly on this trip as well, as always – osveštao je kamione i besločovio vočiče. I'm glad that the parishioners from Iljinskog hram collected socks and medicine, that's what is really needed. I hope everything will be fine.

Θεόδωρος ΚαραγιάννηςFather Victor did well to bless them calmly, as always. The parishioners of St. Elias also collected socks and medicine, things that are really needed. I hope they all arrive safely.

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ლელა ჯავახიშვილიIt is dreamed that Father Victor again calmly blessed cars and drivers. We, the parishioners of the Ilinsky Cathedral, collected socks and medicines several times, exactly what is really useful there. God help everything to reach the boys safely.

Anna MooreОтец Виктор всегда всё делает спокойно и по делу, как написали. Хорошо, что наши прихожане Ильинского храма опять собрали и носки вязаные, и лекарства — это действительно нужные вещи. Дай Бог, чтобы всё доехало целым.

Daniel WilsonYeah, Father Victor's way of doing things without any fuss always seems to get the job done right. Those knitted socks and meds from our parishioners are exactly the practical stuff the guys need. Praying it all gets there safe too.

Надежда СемёноваFather Victor did everything to the point this time too, without further ado, as always. The parishioners of the Elias Church are great for collecting knitted socks again - I just recently knitted a couple of pairs, I know how they are needed there. God grant that everything arrives intact.

Ruth ThomasFather Victor really does put his whole heart into these convoys. Our parish ladies knitted a big batch of warm socks again this time, and I helped pack the boxes on Tuesday. Praying the drivers get there safe too, Laura.

Michael MooreYeah, those knitted socks from the ladies really do the trick – my wife made a couple pairs last month and the feedback was they hold up better than the store ones. The meds and the blessing together make a solid send-off. Hope the drivers stay safe on those roads.

Mark WilsonFather Victor really does keep things straightforward like that. The socks especially caught my eye — my wife knitted a few pairs last month and said they hold up better than the store ones in the cold. Hope the drivers stay safe on the road.

Јасмина СтојановскаFather Victor did everything calmly this time, as always. I am glad that the parishioners collected socks and medicine, those are the things that the boys need the most. I hope the convoy will arrive without problems, God help the drivers.

Κώστας ΘεοδώρουYes, Father Victor always does it calmly and without fanfare. The parishioners also put us some warm underwear this year, I remember they counted them together with the medicines. I hope they don't miss anything on the way.

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ვახტანგ ნოზაძეTrue, Lela, socks and medicine are most needed there. We also collected such small but useful things in Telavi several times. May God guide these convos as well.

Δέσποινα ΧατζήYes, Father Victor really never makes a fuss, I know that from last year's mission. The warm underwear you mention was a good idea, I remember last year they only took medicine and forgot the gloves. I hope they all arrive safely, the road is long.

Daniel BrownThose knitted socks really do hold up — my wife’s been making them too, using thicker wool this time so they don’t wear out in the boots. The blessing before they roll out always seems to settle everyone’s nerves a bit. Safe roads to the drivers, that’s what I keep praying for.

Κώστας ΠαπαγεωργίουYes, warm underwear and gloves are some of the most useful things out there, I know from friends who have been. Last year when they forgot the gloves, the men suffered badly. I hope nothing is missing this time, Father Victor is organizing it well.

Игор СтојановскиYasmina, that's right, socks and medicine are most helpful now. I also sent them some dried herbs from the garden last time, to keep them strong. May God grant that they arrive safe and sound.

Ειρήνη ΚωνσταντίνουYes Kostas, the warm underwear was a good idea this year, I remember my daughter also knitted some socks last year to complement them. I hope the drivers don't catch a cold on the road, Father Victor always tells them to be careful.

Stephen KingThose thicker wool socks make a real difference — my daughter switched to the same after the last batch wore thin too fast. The blessing does settle things, doesn’t it. I’ll add the drivers to my list tonight.

Thomas WrightMy wife tried that thicker wool last fall for the pairs she sent — they lasted through two tours without holes. The holy water blessing does seem to calm the drivers down. I'll remember the drivers in my prayers tonight too.

Matthew CampbellThose wool socks do hold up better — my wife knitted a few pairs last winter and they lasted through the cold snaps. I’ll remember to mention the drivers at vespers tonight too.

Владо РистескиTrue, Igor, dried herbs from the garden are a real gift now. Last month I also sent them some mastic with honey, which we make at home, to warm their souls. God grant that everything will arrive in order.

Зоран СтојановскиYes, Igor, dried herbs from the garden are the best, especially when they are from our Macedonian country. Last time, I also sent them some plum compote that we collected with my grandchildren, so that they could find something sweet after a long day. God grant that everything will be right for them.

Nicholas ParkerThose wool socks are the real heroes in winter, aren’t they. My wife’s been knitting extras for the next convoy too — thicker ones this time after hearing how the last lot went. Good on you for keeping the drivers in your prayers tonight.

Sarah ScottThose wool socks really do make a difference out there. My husband picked up a couple extra pairs from the last collection at our parish, and he said the thicker ones stayed dry even after a full day on the road. I’ll add the drivers to my list for evening prayers as well.

Irene AndersonYes, those thick wool socks make all the difference when the ground freezes. My daughter and I have been knitting some for the next lot as well – added a bit of extra fleece lining this time. Will keep the drivers and the lads in my prayers tonight too.

Nicholas AndersonThe thicker wool does make a difference, doesn't it. My daughter knitted some last winter using that same stuff and they held up fine too. I'll add those drivers to my own list tonight.

Daniel DavisThose wool socks are a proper lifesaver, especially when the feet stay dry like your husband said. Our lads here mentioned the same thing last month after a long stint. I'll keep the drivers in my prayers too.

Дарко НиколовскиYes, Zoran, the plum compote must have been a nice gift for them after those long days. Last month, I also sent some dried mushrooms that we collected on the hike near Mavrovo, to be used in stew. God grant that everything will happen to them healthy and on time.

Νίκη ΧατζήYes, warm underwear and knitted socks are among the most useful things we send. My own daughter made woolen gloves last year which the drivers were very happy to receive. Father Victor is right to tell them to be careful, the road is long.

Γιάννης ΝικολαΐδηςYes, your daughter's woolen gloves sound really practical, especially in the winter there. Last year we also sent some honey from our garden, along with the warm clothes. Father Victor always stresses to them to drive carefully, the road really is no joke.

Билјана НиколовскаYes, Darko, dried mushrooms are a very practical gift for stew after those days. Last year I also sent some apple compote from my garden, so they could find something sweet. May God give them peace.

Samuel AndersonThose wool socks do sound like a lifesaver once the frost hits. My older boy helps me turn scrap lumber into little foot warmers we pack in the next batches—keeps his hands busy after school. I'll remember the drivers in my prayers tonight as well.

Δέσποινα ΝικολαΐδουAnd this year my daughter knitted socks, but she put them in boxes with some homemade Turkish delight from Patras so that they also have something sweet on the road. Father Victor knows well how tiring this road is, which is why he blesses them with such care. How many pairs did you send this year?

James EvansThose wool socks sound like a smart upgrade with the fleece lining. My wife started knitting pairs for the parish collection last month too – she says the thicker ones hold up better in the mud. I'll remember your drivers and the lads in my prayers this evening as well.

Νίκος ΑθανασίουYes, woolen gloves and socks do make a difference where hands and feet get cold. Last year we from the temple also sent some cheese from my village in Crete along with the clothes, so that they could have something familiar. How long does this trip usually take for drivers?

Μιχάλης ΧατζήςYes, gloves and socks are some of the most useful things they send, I've heard that from friends too. Cheese from Crete sounds like a nice idea, something familiar that reminds them of home. The trip usually takes 4-5 days depending on the destination, but the roads are difficult in winter.