Odd, how the atheist and totalitarian Soviet Union did a 180 into freedom and preservation of its culture, and how the United States did a 180 away from freedom and its own traditions.
Communists, Muslims and Atheists take note.
Yes, there have been lots of reports of Russia going heavily Catholic all of a sudden. Fatima?
It would be splendid if they built elegant churches that would edify the nation, instead of our soul-less office building/airport terminal churches that inspire no one.
“This is the latest demonstration of the Kremlin’s support for an Orthodox Church that has grown increasingly powerful...”
Church power comes from G-d, faith, and people, not from governments. (IMHO)