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ARA Russia for Peace N° 0019 – 19.09.2025 – Faith in Clay: The Story Behind the Virgin Mary Panel in Klausen

On September 19, just days before the great Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we’re bringing you a very special interview. We spoke with Father Timofey Kitnis, rector of the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Klausen, and Alexander Ananyev — podcaster (“Tête-à-Tête”, “Relationships PRO”), original genre performer, author of the play “12 Ill-Considered Stories” and… ceramic artist. Alexander created a ceramic panel of the Virgin Mary, now at the monastery in the German village of Klausen. Together with Father Timofey, he shared the story of how this artwork came to life — the challenges and […]

17.01.25 – Archpriest Timofey Kitnis and Elvira Kitnis

Short – The interview with Archpriest Timofey Kitnis and Elvira Kitnis about the history and restoration of the Clausen Monastery’s Church of the Nativity, which hosts daily services.
We discussed the arrival of Saint Spyridon’s slipper, the story behind Saint Nicholas’ relic, the creative nature of prayer, connections between religion and psychology, the role of monasteries today, and the purpose of pilgrimages.