The life of the holy righteous Alexy Mechev, a famous elder in the world, was compiled based on materials stored in the Marosei community and in the family archive. Memoirs of contemporaries (spiritual children and admirers) of Father, testifying to his insight and lifetime miracles, were mostly written soon after his death. Testimonies from subsequent years are also given about the gracious help of Father Alexy through prayers to him. The holy elder was a tireless preacher of love. He taught us to oppress ourselves for the benefit of other people, to remake our character so that it would be easy for our neighbors to live with us.