The Church in the Public Space of Modern Russia

The Church, alongside the state, has always been considered an influential actor in the socio-political process, shaping public opinion, defining moral values, and setting the ideological benchmarks for society. Currently, in the Russian Federation, the Russian Orthodox Church is successfully adapting to new realities, including digitalization and globalization. Modern transformational processes are reflected in the interaction between the state and the Russian Orthodox Church, particularly in the area of protecting traditional values and countering ideas of westernization. State authorities are interested in building long-term, close relations with this religious organization, as it actively supports the political course of the ruling class in both domestic and foreign policy. Representatives of the church play an important role in making socio-political decisions and in promoting ideas of patriotism.