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Fearless nuns in Ukraine remain to serve the people
Women religious in Ukraine are facing Russia’s invasion of that nation with determined faith and a commitment to aid refugees. If a full-scale attack happens, "it will be hard, but we can take it,” said one Basilian sister.
U.S. church offers prayers, solidarity after Russia attacks Ukraine
As war broke out in Europe Feb. 24 with Russia's early morning attacks on Ukraine, Catholics in the U.S. joined Pope Francis in prayers for the people of the East European nation and for peace.
With invasion, Ukraine is being ‘crucified,’ says Phila. archbishop
Archbishop Borys Gudziak of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, spoke with CatholicPhilly.com from Paris Feb. 24, where he is following closely the invasion by Russian forces aiming to “destroy Ukrainian statehood and install an authoritarian system."
‘In the name of God, stop now!’ European leaders react to Ukraine attacks
Catholic leaders meeting in Italy Feb. 24 appealed for peace and expressed alarm about the potential for "a humanitarian catastrophe" after Russia attacked Ukraine. One cardinal urged governments to welcome Ukrainians fleeing their homeland.
There’s still time to stop ‘horrors’ of war, Vatican official says
The Vatican secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, pleaded for an end to hostilities Feb. 24 after Russia's decision to invade Ukraine. He held "hope for a glimmer of conscience" of leaders who "hold in their hands the fortunes of the world."
Pope calls for day of prayer, fasting for peace in Ukraine
As the threat of war loomed over the world, Pope Francis on Feb. 23 called on people to pray and fast for peace in Ukraine on Ash Wednesday, March 2. "May the Queen of Peace protect the world from the folly of war," he said.
Ukrainian archbishop assures people that God is with them
As Russia fired missiles on several Ukrainian cities, Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, head of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, said from Kyiv that his country risked becoming "a death camp" because of Russian aggression.
Clergy assignments announced for four priests
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez announced the retirement of one priest and changes for three others on Feb. 23, with all the appointments effective in March.
‘Tolton’ brings pioneering Black priest to life, while changing hearts
Two Philadelphia parishes will host a live drama about Venerable Augustus Tolton, whose "perseverance, faith and love" continue to inspire audiences throughout the nation.
Memorial for active military blessed at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church
Parishioners of the Doylestown parish and their pastor, Father Matthew Guckin, blessed a memorial for active U.S. service men and women on Sunday, Feb. 20 "to pray for America and ask God to heal whatever divides us.”