Deacon
Saint Martyr Nicholas was born on May 9, 1903, in the area of Perm, into a peasant family. His father, Vasily Nikolaevich, made a vow to God to stop drinking, which shaped the upbringing of his children and created many difficulties in their family. From his early childhood, Nicholas was surrounded by piety. His mother, Maria Matveyevna, was a deeply devoted and faithful woman.
After graduating from school in Perm, Nicholas was appointed as a chanter in the Holy Trinity Church. In 1922, he was ordained as a deacon and later served in various churches, including the Assumption Cathedral in Kungur, where he displayed exceptional musical talent.
In 1931, under pressure from the Soviet authorities, Nicholas was forced to sign an agreement and cooperate with them. However, he never fulfilled its conditions. In 1933, he was arrested and imprisoned for six months, remaining steadfast in his faith.
After his release, he continued his ministry. In 1940, he was arrested again for his beliefs and for refusing to cooperate with the NKVD. He was sentenced to eight years in a correctional labor camp, where he died on May 17, 1943, leaving behind a shining example of faith in Christ.
