Churches in Ukraine Damaged During Overnight Bombardment
The damaged dome of St. Catherine Cathedral. Photo: UOC Press Service
KHERSON — St. Catherine Cathedral and the Greek Sophia Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos sustained damage during a large-scale overnight bombardment of Kherson by Russian forces, according to the Information and Education Department of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.
The shelling occurred during the night of December 22–23, 2025, with the diocese’s press service reporting damage to multiple church structures. At St. Catherine Cathedral, the central dome was struck and damaged by the bombardment.
At the Greek Sophia Church, the attack caused damage to the building’s foundation and façade, as well as to several auxiliary and economic premises. The extent of the damage is still being assessed.
Previously, UOJ reported that a UOC church was hit twice by Russian shelling in Donbass.
Read also
Fr. Peter Heers Received into Romanian Metropolia
Fr. Peter will serve as a missionary priest based in Houston, TX.
Patr. Porfirije Preaches Humility at the Church of St. Sava
Patr. Porfirije called for humility and repentance in his sermon at the Church of St. Sava, drawing on the Prodigal Son parable.
Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese Launches ROARCH App
The Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese of Great Britain and Northern Ireland launched the ROARCH app to connect believers with parish life and diocesan resources.
OCA Diocese of the South Launches Matushki Meet-Up
The Diocese of the South launched its first Matushki Meet-Up at the 2026 Pastoral Conference, creating a dedicated space for clergy wives’ fellowship and growth.
OCA Offers Scholarships for SUPRASL 2026
Registration is open for SUPRASL 2026 in Poland, with the OCA offering diocesan scholarships to support young-adult participation.
St. Emmelia Ministries to Host Online Teen Q&A
Orthodox homeschool teens have one week left to register for St. Emmelia Ministries’ online “Teen Ask Abouna!” workshop on February 18.