UOC thanks everyone who took part in action dedicated to St. Nicholas Day
More than 300 supervisees of the UOC Department for Social and Humanitarian Issues received gifts. Photo: blago.church.ua
The mission "UOC Synodal Department for Social and Humanitarian Issues" thanks everyone who joined the traditional charity event dedicated to the Day of St. Nicholas of Mirlikia.
“Thanks to your help, more than 300 children received gifts for the holiday. The Synodal Department regularly supports the Dzherela BT, the Diana organization of large families, the Center for Social and Psychological Rehabilitation of Children and Youth with Functional Disabilities in the Solomensky District, large and low-income families, families raising children with disabilities and families of internally displaced persons.
All people are grateful for your Love and support! And a small offering can be of great benefit! May the All-Merciful God bless your good deeds and His mercy not leave your home!" reads the message on the Mission website.
Earlier, the UOJ wrote that the UOC Synodal Department for Social and Humanitarian Issues raises funds for gifts to children from low-income, large and single-parent families, children with disabilities and migrants.
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