DIALOGUE BETWEEN THE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH AND MALANKARA ORTHODOX CHURCH

An interview with Metropolitan Abraham Mar Stephanos, offering a perspective on the strengthening dialogue between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Malankara Orthodox SyrianChurch following a series of recent coordination meetings. The Metropolitan describes this relationship as possessing a special level of fraternal feeling, noting that theological exchanges and the growing veneration of Russian spiritual figures, notably Saint Matrona of Moscow, are drawing the two communities closer. Furthermore, the discussion delves into the internal dynamics of the Malankara Church, specifically addressing the immense challenges of the global diaspora and the consequent need to adapt its ancient Western Syriac liturgical and pastoral traditions for international communities. Ultimately, it provides a comprehensive look at the Church’s unique history in India, its engagement with ecumenical partners, and its focus on training clergy to serve an increasingly mobile worldwide flock.