It was a joy to look through the photos of drawings and crafts made by our little artists. Each one is unique, and whatever the level of skill, every piece is full of a child's delight and sincerity.

For some, the symbol of Easter is an egg, an image rooted in the ancient legend of Mary Magdalene and Emperor Tiberius. For others, the centrepiece is a tall, richly decorated Easter cake, its aroma almost rising from the brushstrokes. One child captured the mystery of Easter night: a warm, flickering candle flame. Another offered us tender willow branches, carrying the breath of spring.

Looking at these little masterpieces, we were reminded once again of how differently, yet always with sincerity and wonder, children perceive what truly matters, and how beautifully the spirit of the holiday is reflected in their eyes.

We believe that everyone who opens these pages will find a story that speaks to their heart.

We sincerely wish you true joy, boundless love, and endless kindness. May these blessings, bestowed upon us through the Risen Lord, fill your homes and hearts.

Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen!

Fyodor Mednikov, age 8
"The white, airy top of the Easter cake looks like the dome of a church."

Polina Obelova, age 5
"It's joy and spring!"

Semyon Zuev, age 6
"Easter cake is so delicious! I chose the willow branch as the first hint of spring."

Victoria Lebedeva, age 9
"The tradition of colouring eggs and giving them at Easter is very ancient."

Anna Bryzgalova, age 11
"I drew an Easter egg with the letters 'XB' as a symbol of rebirth and new life."

Varvara Mednikova, age 6
"Because Easter cake is delicious and beautiful."

Anastasia Sivalova, age 10
"A candle, angels, and Easter treats represent the feast of Easter and renewal."

Bogdan Makarov, age 8
"I love delicious Easter cakes!"

Valeria Mikhailova, age 7
"I chose Easter cakes and colourful eggs as my symbols of Easter."

Matvei Telitsyn, age 10
"I chose several symbols in my drawing because they all stand for Resurrection and new life."

Emiliya Birillo, 10 age
"On this day, everyone says to each other, "Christ is Risen," and in response they hear, "He is Risen indeed!" This means the bright holiday of Easter has arrived!"

Sofia Biryukova, age 7
"My favourite Easter treat."

Evsei Buzin, age 10
"A rabbit hides Easter eggs in the grass for children to find later."

Anna Semenkova, age 11
"I chose the Easter cake because it's bright and tasty."

Irina Grebenshchikova, age 15
"Happy Easter!"

Avrora Demidova, 8 age
"These are my favorite characters from the computer game Dandy's World Bassi and Kokoa."

Maxim Tokarev, age 11
"Easter is, above all, the joy that Jesus Christ is risen."

Yulia Tokareva, age 5
"The symbol of Easter is always a delicious Easter cake and bright, beautiful eggs."

Arina Litvin, age 9
"The egg symbolises life's victory over death and speaks of Christ's Resurrection."

Vlad Miroshnikov, age 6
"I drew an Easter cake because it's a delicious treat."

Polina Miroshnikova, age 3
"My picture is all about spring!"

Anastasia Sergeyeva, age 7
"Mary Magdalene came to the emperor and said: 'Christ has risen.' The emperor did not believe her. He said: 'That's impossible. As impossible as this white egg turning red!'
And then – a miracle: the shell of the egg turned red!"

Artyom Sergeyev, age 12
"After the Resurrection, Christ came to his friends the Apostles. Waiting for him, they always kept a place free at the table and laid a special bread there. That's why at Easter we bake an Easter cake: it's a sign that Jesus is invisibly sitting at the table with us."

Veronika Bekova, age 3
"This is a candle, a small flame that burns brightly in the dark." (Veronika)
"And gives people hope." (Mum)
"We drew it at nursery." (Veronika)

Maria Makarova, age 3
"I love cute animals! They're happy about the holiday too!"