The Head of the Russian Imperial House, H.I.H. The Grand Duchess Maria of Russia, congratulated the abbot of the Holy Trinity – St. Alexander Nevsky Lavra, Bishop Nazarii of Kronstadt, on his birthday, and awarded him the Imperial Order of St. Anna First Class.
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From the Head of the Imperial House of Russia
To His Grace Bishop Nazarii of Kronstadt
Abbot of Holy Trinity – St. Alexander Nevsky Lavra
Your Grace,
I send my heartfelt congratulations to you on your 70th birthday.
I deeply respect your many labours on behalf of the Holy Church, especially your extraordinary contributions to the revival of Holy Trinity – St. Alexander Nevsky Lavra. I am also very grateful for the spiritual and active support you have shown in the service of Our House, and for your unfailing prayers on behalf of our departed Imperial ancestors and relatives
May the Lord send down to you good health, strength, and endurance for many years.
In recognition of your service, I am pleased to award you the Imperial Order of St. Anna First Class.
My son and heir, Grand Duke George of Russia, and his spouse, Princess Victoria Romanovna, join me in congratulating you on your birthday.
Asking your archpastoral prayers and blessing, I remain always faithfully yours,
[The original is signed in Her Imperial Highness’s own hand:]
MARIA
Madrid, 20 July/11 August 2022
