Orthodox Church expands its influence over Russian society

Subscribe to France 24 now : FRANCE 24 live news stream: all the latest news 24/7 Ever since the fall of the Soviet Union, Russia has been searching for an ideology and a faith that can help unite its people. In recent years, authorities have turned to the country’s Orthodox Church and its conservative values. But in doing so, they have given a voice to fringe Christian groups - whose influence is on the rise. Thomas Lowe and Ksenia Shaykhutdinova report from Moscow. A programme prepared by Patrick Lovett and Elom Marcel Toble. Visit our website : Subscribe to our YouTube channel : Like us on Facebook : Follow us on Twitter :