Metropolitan Grigol on Pride: I personally do not like it, but my dislike means nothing, someone does not like me and so what?!

The church will not be able to take over the function of state institutions, - the Poti and Khobi Metropolitan Grigol told journalists when commenting on Tbilisi Pride.

According to him, the function of the church is not to decide whether Tbilisi Pride should be held or not.

"In general, people are responsible for everything they do. The function of the state is to hold accountable those who go beyond the law. The church will not be able to take over the function of state institutions," said the Metropolitan.

According to him, it is not up to the clergy to decide whether Pride Week should be held or not.

"I personally will tell one that I do not like it, but my dislike means nothing. Someone does not like me and so what?! There are things that are less and more unacceptable. What is covered by the law should be controlled by the state," said the Metropolitan.