Metropolitan Andrian (Chetvergov) commented on events related to the monetization of benefits

In an interview with NG-Religions , Metropolitan Andrian (Chetvergov) outlined his point of view on the monetization of benefits.

The primate of the Russian Orthodox Old Believer Church considers the government's actions "irresponsible and unprofessional." To avoid a split in society, Metropolitan Andrian urged "pensioners - participants in numerous conflicts to exercise restraint, and the government and the State Duma - to make a proper apology."

In the same interview, Metropolitan Andrian spoke about the relationship between the Old Believers and the Russian Orthodox Churches.

Sources

• Urushev D. SOCIETY ON THE VERGE OF SPLIT: Interview with Metropolitan Andrian (Chetvergov) // NG-Religions. 2005. February 2.