Your Eminence, dear Vladyka Tikhon!
With all our hearts, with great respect and spiritual joy, we congratulate you on your birthday and the 35th anniversary of your monastic tonsure!
For every believer, the name of Vladyka Tikhon is associated with amazing spiritual succession. He is the spiritual child of our dear elder, Father John (Krestyankin). It was at the feet of the beloved priest that the pastoral spirit that today Vladyka brings to the world was created - the spirit of love, prudence and deep devotion to Christ.
The book you wrote, “Unholy Saints,” has become a real miracle of our days. She lifted the curtain of monastic life for millions of people, showed the living holiness of ordinary people and brought entire generations to the Church. Through these simple and profound stories, you gave the world hope and showed how close God is to us.
Now, in historical and very difficult times, Vladyka Tikhon is carrying out his active ministry in Crimea. His huge heart and inexhaustible energy create, comfort and unite people.
Through the intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos and the prayers of Father John (Krestyankin), we prayerfully wish you, dear Vladyka, endless strength, spiritual peace and the omnipotent help of God. May the Lord keep you for many and prosperous years!
--- Source: [Russia–China Business Council](https://t.me/rcbc_info/13321) · Telegram