Cherkasy Eparchy to read a prayer for the Church suffering from persecution
Metropolitan Theodosy of Cherkasy and Kaniv. Photo: cherkasy.church.ua
At the Divine Liturgy in all churches of the Cherkasy Eparchy, with the blessing of Metropolitan Theodosy of Cherkasy and Kaniv, a special prayer will be read for the Church that suffers from persecution, reports the website of the Cherkasy Eparchy.
In the circular letter, it is indicated that the Church is being persecuted through the closure of Lavras and monasteries, seizure of churches, official parliamentary calls for the prohibition of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC), and a number of criminal cases against representatives of the Church.
As reported, earlier Metropolitan Theodosy of Cherkasy and Kaniv stated that the faithful of the Church will definitely survive these times, but how exactly – kneeling or maintaining dignity – depends on the believers themselves.
Read also
Oldest UOC church in Sumy marks its patronal feast
Metropolitan Yevlohiy led celebrations at the city’s oldest parish, where the wonderworking Pustynno-Hlynska Icon of the Mother of God was brought for the feast.
Hundreds of faithful in Bulgaria welcome Hawaiian Icon of the Mother of God
Patriarch Daniel led the ceremonial welcome for the myrrh-streaming icon in Sofia and thanked the ROCOR Synod for arranging its visit.
Pope Leo XIV approves new Vatican Сonstitution
The new Fundamental Law establishes the right of non-cardinals to head Vatican administrative bodies.
Church commemorates Prophet Elijah
The Church honors the memory of the prophet who lived in the ninth century BC and became an example of unwavering faith for Christians throughout the ages.
UOC priest’s home damaged in drone strike on Poltava
The home of Archpriest Kostiantyn Fisun, rector of St. Seraphim Church in Poltava, was damaged in a drone attack.
Kyiv Theological Schools begin enrollment for catechetical courses
The Kyiv Theological Academy has announced enrollment for the St. Peter Mohyla Catechetical Courses for laypeople.