Catholic Church in Ukraine
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Pope Francis invites Catholic bishops worldwide to join him in consecrating Russia, Ukraine
In a letter sent urgently on Mar. 17 to all U.S. Bishops, the Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, Archbishop... Read more
Which novena to pray for Ukraine? Here are some really good ones
Catholics worldwide are eager to join in this special time of prayer for peace in Ukraine. But many are asking:... Read more
Ukrainian Catholic leader: Innocent children’s blood is ‘on the hands of the criminals who began this war’
Major Archbishop Shevchuk said that ‘almost 100 children have died as a result of bombing.’ Read more
‘We are grateful’: Ukrainian Catholic leader welcomes consecration to Mary’s Immaculate Heart
Major Archbishop Shevchuk said: ‘This is a spiritual act long awaited by the Ukrainian people.’ Read more
Ukrainian archbishop calls for worldwide novena ahead of Pope Francis' consecration of Russia, Ukraine
Ukrainian Catholic leaders have been urging Pope Francis to take the dramatic step to consecrate both Ukraine and Russia to... Read more
Is the viral video of the Blessed Sacrament traveling through Kyiv fact or fiction?
A video from Ukraine tweeted on March 12 quickly went viral. But did it show the Blessed Sacrament traveling through... Read more
Jesus ‘bears the wounds of Ukraine today,’ says Catholic leader
Major Archbishop Shevchuk said: ‘God is on the side of those who are victims of unjust aggression.’ Read more
Expel ‘evil spirit of war’ from Ukraine with prayer and fasting, urges Catholic leader
The appeal was made by Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk. Read more
Our Lady of Fatima shrines asked to join in prayer for conversion of Russia
The appeal was made by the rector of Ukraine’s Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Fatima. Read more
Here's the story behind the viral photo of Ukrainian man hugging crucifix
CNA spoke with the photographer who captured a powerful image of a man wrapping his arms around the foot of... Read more
Ukrainian archbishop warns that bombings have left people without heat in freezing temperatures
The leader of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has warned hat Russian bombardments have left some people in Ukraine without... Read more
'I believe I'm holding Mary's hand,' says Catholic journalist chronicling war in Kyiv
A Catholic Ukrainian journalist is documenting day-to-day life in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country — and sharing her... Read more
Ukrainian Catholic priest in D.C.: Russia has list of church leaders
A Ukrainian Catholic priest who is the dean of theology at the Catholic University of America says church leaders have... Read more
EWTN’s new movie chronicles true stories of Ukrainian persecution
Viewers who want to know what life is really like after a Communist invasion need look no further than EWTN’s... Read more
Russia’s invasion ‘will probably call for martyrdom,’ leader of US Ukrainian Catholics warns
Reacting to the rapid pace of developments on the first day of Russia’s attack, Archbishop Borys Gudziak said the “unthinkable... Read more
How Poland’s Catholics are helping refugees fleeing Ukraine
Jasna Góra, Poland’s largest shrine, is providing space for Ukrainians in its pilgrim house. Read more
Catholic charity commits $1 million to aid Ukraine’s 6,229 religious
Aid to the Church in Need committed one million euros (equal to $1.1 million USD) to support the work of... Read more
Ukraine archbishop skipping papal trip to remain in homeland
Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk of Kyiv-Halych remained in the capital city of Kyiv instead of traveling to Florence for a... Read more
‘Our life is in God’s hands,’ says EWTN priest in Ukraine
The Catholic priest who directs EWTN Ukraine plans to stay in the capital city of Kyiv while others flee to... Read more
Caritas launches Ukraine fund drive, warning of a 'colossal humanitarian catastrophe'
Caritas Internationalis launched an emergency appeal to provide relief to Ukraine after Russia invaded the country on Thursday, Feb. 24. Read more
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