Papal Almoner to travel to Ukraine to bring Pope’s closeness

Archbishop Luis Marín de San Martín, prefect of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity, will travel to Ukraine from October 27 to 30 to convey the support of Pope Leo XIV to people affected by the ongoing conflict. The mission involves both the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and the Latin-rite Church.

The visit coincides with a collection campaign among Holy See employees and the Governatorate to gather supplies for the winter. Between October 22 and 24, workers collected items including warm clothing, sleeping bags, blankets, towels, sheets, and canned food. Employees of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity are responsible for sorting and packing these donations, which will be transported to Ukraine by road.