On September 3, 2025, the cultural center "Favor" in Moscow hosted the presentation of Archbishop Justinian's book, "The Voice of One Crying in the Wilderness," which focuses on his ministry in the United States, Kalmykia, and Transnistria. The event was held under the blessing of His Holiness Patriarch Kirill, as reported by the diocese's website.

The book, a collection of sermons, was introduced by the author himself alongside Sergey Komarov, the chief editor of the "Nikea" publishing house. Archbishop Justinian emphasized the importance of Christian witness in today's world, sharing insights from his experiences in Transnistria, the U.S., and Kalmykia. He also addressed questions regarding the life of the Orthodox community in a predominantly Buddhist region.

Sergey Komarov remarked, "It was an honor for us to prepare this book, which reflects the unique experience of Orthodox ministry in Kalmykia."

The presentation was attended by representatives from government, clergy, and the public, including delegations from Transnistria, Gagauzia, and Kalmykia, as well as journalists, blogging priests, and members of the Kalmyk community in Moscow. Archbishop Justinian was also congratulated on the 30th anniversary of his episcopal ordination.

Leonid Manakov, head of the Representation of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic in Russia, presented the archbishop with a medal "For Strengthening Friendship between Transnistria and Russia." The event concluded with a performance by the "Bairt" ensemble, whose students showcased traditional Kalmyk music using national instruments.

Archbishop Justinian (Ovchinnikov) was born on January 28, 1961, in Kosterovo, Vladimir Oblast. He graduated from the history faculty of Ivanovo State University, the Moscow Theological Seminary, and the Theological Institute in Bucharest, Romania. In the 1990s, he was sent to Transnistria to strengthen church unity and prevent the infiltration of schismatics. Initially overseeing only 26 rural parishes without churches, he faced challenging conditions for ministry. Despite criticism from both Chișinău and within Transnistria, he successfully developed parish life, built new churches, established theological schools, and improved the training of clergy. He emphasizes that his mission was purely spiritual, aimed at fostering friendship and harmony among peoples.

In the early 2000s, Justinian was appointed to the United States to lead the Patriarchal parishes and restore St. Nicholas Cathedral in New York, which required extensive renovations. This appointment was made at the behest of His Holiness Patriarch Kirill, who recognized Justinian's experience in organizing diocesan life and resolving conflicts in Transnistria and Gagauzia. In New York, the archbishop faced challenges related to the cathedral's historic structure and the need to restore the complex, as well as the unique dynamics of the Orthodox immigrant community, where preserving traditions and continuity of faith was crucial. Justinian fostered collaboration with clergy from various Orthodox jurisdictions, maintained good relations with the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia, and participated in episcopal councils.