Priest on post

In the Central Military District, 24 positions of assistant commanders for work with religious servicemen have been approved, Interfax reported.

The assistant commander for work with religious servicemen is appointed from among the clergy of traditional religious associations of the Russian Federation. In his liturgical activities he is guided by internal church regulations.

The official duties of the assistant brigade commander for work with believers stipulate his subordination to his immediate superior.

Chaplains can advise officers on matters of a religious nature, maintaining interreligious peace and harmony between military personnel of different faiths.