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 […]
