Alexander Usik congratulates the Orthodox on Bright Resurrection of Christ
Alexander Usik congratulated Orthodox Christians on Easter. Photo: Alexander Usik's Instagram page
The renowned champion, heavyweight boxer and believer of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church Alexander Usik congratulated Ukrainians on the Bright Resurrection of Christ.
On his Instagram page, the athlete posted a photo of him in the vestments of a subdeacon standing next to the bishop of the UOC.
"Christ is Risen, everyone on the bright feast of Easter, peace, kindness, Love", Alexander Usik signed the photo.
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