Biography
The Serebryakov family was separated twice in connection with persecution for their faith. First, Aleksandr was arrested and given a 6-year suspended sentence. Two years later, after a second search, he was again deprived of liberty. Subsequently, the court sentenced him to 5 years in prison, in fact, twice convicted him for the same thing.
Aleksandr was born in April 1977 in the city of Chekhov (Moscow region). His father, a military ensign, died when Aleksandr was 15 years old. Her mother worked in the military registration and enlistment office, but now she is retired. Three sons grew up in the family, Aleksandr is the youngest. The middle brother died in 2014.
In kindergarten and school, Aleksandr actively participated in art and sports events—not a single holiday was complete without his participation. He also played for the city's hockey team.
Aleksandr's family often moved: at first, they lived in Ukraine, then in Kazakhstan, and later settled in Chekhov near Moscow.
After the first year of law school, Aleksandr left his studies and began working: first as a carpenter, then as a security guard.
Aleksandr learned about Jehovah's Witnesses from one of his brothers. He was especially touched by how warmly the believers treat each other and show love. In 1996, he was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses, and a year later his mother was baptized as well.
In 2006, Aleksandr married Irina, who shares his religious beliefs. At one time, she especially liked God's promise to change the world for the better and the fact that he shares his plan with people through the Bible. Irina loves animals, is fond of sewing and enjoys making electronic cards for friends.
Aleksandr is interested in construction technologies and the interior of residential buildings. In his free time, he enjoys playing football and volleyball with friends, as well as walking in the forest. Aleksandr is known as a friendly, sympathetic person, always ready to help.
Separation became a difficult test for the couple. Irina says: "There is no opportunity to see the closest person on earth! We cannot communicate, do things that we are used to doing together, and support each other in difficulties. If it were not for true friends, I would not even have the means to live." The worries were added by the fact that Irina's mother and her husband were persecuted and convicted for their faith in God.