Religious-Dynastic and State Orders of the Pontifical Imperial State of Rome-Ruthenia (United Roman-Ruthenian Church) Their Apostolic Highnesses the Roman-Ruthenian Pope (right) and the Apostolic Princess of Rome-Ruthenia (left) in the senior chivalric regalia of the Roman-Ruthenian Church and State. Few institutions in the world hold as much prestige and history as the Orders of Knighthood. Among the most eminent orders of chivalry in the world are those of the United Roman-Ruthenian Church. The United Roman-Ruthenian Church, an autocephalous (independent) Church that unifies both Orthodoxy and Catholicism, continued its historic orders and established certain new ones to recognize individuals who have displayed exceptional service to the church and society. These orders serve as a testament to the values upheld by the church: piety, courage, charity, and loyalty. There are five main orders within the honours framework of the Church: The Aquiline Order of Christ, the Order of Sts. Anne and Alexander Nevsky, the Pontifical Order of the Eagle, the Order of Sts. George and Olga, and the Order of the Pontifical Imperial State. There are also several other orders in addition to those, including the Russian-Yugoslavian Order of St. John that is under the spiritual protection and leadership of the Apostolic Household. Each order has its distinct characteristics and criteria for admission. The pages below give more detail about each order and its criteria.  Membership into these illustrious orders is not easily earned but requires a proven track record of selflessness and service towards others. Induction into any one of these orders is considered a great honor that carries with it lifelong responsibilities to uphold the virtues they represent. The Orders of Knighthood within the United Roman-Ruthenian Church are honorable institutions that recognize individuals who have dedicated their lives to serving others and upholding the values of the church. These orders serve as a reminder of the importance of chivalry, honor, and selflessness in our modern world. L-R: Lady Rivera, H.A.H. Pope Radislav I of Rome-Ruthenia, H.M.S.H. Prince Daniel Coberly of Reichenberg, and H.E. Chev. Rivera during an investiture. Religious-Dynastic Orders Aquiline Order of Christ Religious & Military Order of Saints Anne and Alexander Nevsky  The Pontifical Order of the Eagle  Order of Saints George and Olga Order of the Pontifical Imperial State The Russian-Yugoslavian Order of St. John Pontifical Order of Knights Bachelor of Yugoslavia Noble Company of St. Mary of Walsingham State Orders of the Stato Pontificio Imperiale Pontifical Order of Knights Bachelor of Yugoslavia Wear of Deocrations of the Pontifical and Imperial Orders Order of Precedence of the Orders The Noble Code of Chivalry Fons Honorum - Legitimate Conferral of Orders and Honours