Congratulations from Metropolitan Nikita of Krasnoyarsk and Achinsk on Teacher’s Daytranslated

Teacher's Day in Russia is celebrated annually on October 5th. In this regard, Metropolitan Nikita addressed school teachers and everyone working in the general education system:

— Dear teachers, pedagogues and everyone who works in the field of education!

I cordially congratulate you on your professional holiday and thank you for your service.

School time is a time of discovery, personal development and finding your place in life. It is during these years that the foundation is laid on which the entire future destiny of a person is built. The school introduces the younger generation to spiritual, moral and cultural values, teaches them to love the Fatherland, respect the history and culture of their native country.

It is no coincidence that your profession is called ministry. Like the apostles bringing the Word of God to the world, you bring the light of knowledge and wisdom to children. The Holy Scripture says: “In everything show yourself as an example of good works, in your teaching - purity, dignity, integrity” (Titus 2:7). These words are addressed to every mentor: the teacher is called upon to be for children not only a source of knowledge, but also a living example of virtue. At each stage of growing up, the child’s personality is especially vulnerable, and therefore your work requires wisdom, prudence, kindness and...