Orthodox Christians may have questions that cannot be answered in the Bible. In this case, you can ask a question to the priest, or even better - to the patriarch. It is quite possible to do this.
Instructions
Step 1
If you decide to ask a question to the patriarch, then you must observe certain ethical standards of communication with clergy - church etiquette, lost by many in the Soviet period of our history. To address the patriarch is "you", to call him only "Vladyka" or "Your Eminence". If you are a representative of another religious denomination or adhere to atheistic convictions, then you can call the patriarch "Dear", "Father" or "Lord" - these appeals are more neutral. Of course, the use of swear words and other swear words, abusive language, non-observance of generally accepted norms of communication are unacceptable.
Step 2
It is unlikely that it will be possible to ask a question to the patriarch personally - his communication with believers is controlled by special bodies of the ROC. Therefore, direct communication with the people is quite rare and under the vigilant control of the security service. To ask the patriarch for a blessing at a personal meeting should be the words "Vladyka, bless …".
Step 3
Since a personal meeting is not so easy to achieve, a letter is the best option. The letter to the patriarch can be regular or sent via e-mail. The address to be indicated on the envelope can be found on the official website of the Russian Orthodox Church. If you are a media representative, and the letter is official, then on the same website you can find the contacts of the press service of His Holiness Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia. It is much easier to ask a question via email. The mailbox address is also listed on the website.
Step 4
It is advisable to end the letter with the following words: "Humbly leaning on the right hand of Your Eminence." Don't be too importunate to oblige the patriarchy to answer with the words "I hope for an early answer" or "I am waiting for an answer."
