Description: (Patriarch of Moscow and all Rus)
Patriarch Alexy II served as the 15th Patriarch of Moscow and all Rus' and the primate of the Russian Orthodox Church. Elected in 1990, he was the first Russian Patriarch of the post-Soviet period. Throughout his tenure, he played a crucial role in unifying the Russian Orthodox Church following the collapse of the Soviet Union. His focus was on rebuilding the church's infrastructure, nurturing inter-church relationships, and advocating for spiritual and moral principles within Russian society. Alexy II was recognized for his dedication to enhancing the Orthodox Church's influence both in Russia and on the global stage.