Pope Francis: Stop killing innocent people in Ukraine
The Pope. Photo: Vatican News
During a Sunday meeting with pilgrims, Pope Francis urged an end to the shelling of civilian infrastructure in Ukraine, highlighting the particular threat posed by the approaching winter. He also entrusted Ukraine to the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary and called for a cessation of hostilities on all fronts in the Middle East.
As reported by Vatican News, the Pope mentioned "martyred Ukraine" twice after the Angelus prayer on October 13, 2024. Speaking from the window of the Apostolic Palace, he expressed sorrow over the events in the Middle East and urged an end to airstrikes on Ukrainian civilians, emphasizing: "Stop killing the innocent!"
Read also
Metropolitan of the Jerusalem Church Strongly Condemns Actions of Ukrainian Authorities: Persecutions Like in Soviet Times
Metropolitan Timotheos of Vostra, Exarch of the Jerusalem Patriarchate in Cyprus, denounces desecration at the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra as a grievous assault on Orthodoxy.
HCHC Offers Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership
The program is designed for clergy, lay leaders, and nonprofit professionals and offers courses in strategic planning, fundraising, governance, financial management, marketing, and program evaluation—all grounded in Orthodox Christian values.
Romanians in Dublin Seek to Purchase Anglican Church
The Romanian Orthodox community needs to raise approximately €700,000.
Patristic Faith Announces Annual Conference in November
Speakers include Met. Jonah (Paffhausen), Jay Dyer, and Dcn. Ananias Sorem.
Trump Admin Slashes Funding Over Virginia Schools’ Secret Abortions
In 2021, staff from Fairfax County’s Centerville High School facilitated secret abortions for teenage girls without parental consent, allegedly using school funds.
Trump Calls for Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting Following 'Very Good' Talks
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky described the talks as a “significant step forward,” highlighting a $90 billion Ukrainian proposal, including US purchases of Ukrainian drones.