Presbyter
He was born on April 4, 1855, in the village of Androsovo, Orlov Province. His father was a priest, and his mother raised the children in the spirit of Orthodoxy. His name was chosen in honor of Saint George the Victorious. He received a good education, studying in the seminary, where he demonstrated purity of soul and humility. After the seminary, he became a teacher in his native district, where his lessons were filled with care and love for the children.
In 1884, he was ordained a priest and assigned to the parish in the village of Spas-Chekryak. He immediately faced the dire situation of the parish and the lack of believers. He sought advice from Elder Ambrose in Optina Pustyn, who commanded him to build a new church. Upon returning, he began his ministry with trepidation and diligence, which attracted many people.
The fame of his ascetic life quickly spread. He healed the sick, opened a hospital and an orphanage. In 1905, the church in honor of the Transfiguration of the Lord was built, which became the center of the spiritual life of the village. He opened schools and cared for the spiritual education of the parishioners.
In 1918, despite persecution, he continued to serve and comfort the people. The authorities arrested him, but they could not find evidence against him and released him. His health deteriorated, but he continued to receive people and pray for them. He died on August 26, 1928. He was buried near the church, and his grave became a place of veneration.
In 2000, he was canonized as a confessor. His relics were found on December 9, the feast day of Saint George the Victorious, who was his guardian angel.
