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Families of fallen Ukrainian defenders met at the Samaryanyin pastoral center on October 25
The Samaryanyin pastoral center held a spiritual meeting for the families of fallen Ukrainian defenders on October 25. The program included a Holy Liturgy for the health of the families, followed by a panikhida to honor the memory of the deceased.
Father Dmytro Onufryk delivered a spiritual talk titled "Not Just Together, But in Christ: What Kind of Community Bears Fruit?" He spoke on the role of Christ in Christian communities and the importance of mutual support, prayer, and practical acts of love. Participants shared their personal experiences regarding their roles within the Samaryanyin community.
The meeting concluded with prayerful musical vigils led by Father Mykhailo Ternovyi and his wife, Dariya. Participants received blue and yellow hearts as symbols of unity and love.
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