Pestovsky Circle and the Path to Family: GUU students met with clergy

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A meeting with clergy on the topic of "Love, Fidelity, and Family Creation," which is relevant to young people, was held at the State University of Management.

The meeting was opened by Galina Sorokina, Director of the Institute of Economics and Finance at the State University of Management, who noted the importance of preserving traditional family values.

Father Gregory and Father Kirill spoke to the visiting faculty and students about the challenges facing modern society and our country, openly answered questions from the audience, and shared their personal life experiences.

In their speeches, the guests emphasized that one shouldn't fear difficulties on the path to family happiness, because God helps even atheists in good deeds, such as starting a family and having children. The clergy also noted that one shouldn't delay the search for a soulmate, as it's easier for very young people to "get used to" each other, but with age, this becomes almost impossible.

"This meeting reminded us that discussions about love and family aren't boring theory, but a lively and important dialogue. Students and faculty were able to truly listen to each other and the clergy, who touched on topics that resonate with every young person. Father Gregory and Father Kirill shared insights typically reserved for personal advice: why you shouldn't be afraid to start your journey toward family, how important it is to learn to preserve your feelings, and why finding a life partner shouldn't be put off until later. Their answers were sincere, honest, and surprisingly relevant," said Maria Vikulova, a third-year student in the Department of World Economy and International Economic Relations.

As a result of the meeting at the State University of Management, the Pestovsky Circle was founded, named in memory of Nikolai Evgrafovich Pestov, an Orthodox philosopher and professor at the Moscow Institute of Engineering and Economics (now the State University of Management). Through this group, students and faculty at the Institute of Engineering and Economics will be able to continue regular communication with clergy on topics of interest to them.

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A meeting with clergy on the topic of "Love, Fidelity, and Family Creation," a topic relevant to young people, was held at the State University of Management.

The meeting was opened by the director of the Institute of Economics and Finance of the State University Galina Sorokina,…

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