How US Evangelicals Fueled the Rise of Russia’s ‘Pro-Family’ Right

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4. Yeah, well . . .

The church’s close ties with American evangelicals reflect a shift in policy. For much of the post-Soviet period, the Russian Orthodox Church held evangelical denominations at arm’s length, fearing that they would compete for influence within Russia. But as the church has consolidated its power, it has come to view the evangelical community as a partner.

Wait until the sheep stealing starts up in earnest, then we'll see how highly regarded these new American 'partners' are!