«МОЯ ЗБРОЯ — ЦЕ МОЛИТВА» – ПРО ВІРУ, ВІЙНУ ТА ДУХОВНУ СТІЙКІСТЬ – СЕСТРА ЛІДЖІ (ЛІДІЯ) ПАЙЯППІЛІ, SJSM – (I).

Sister Lidia Payyappilly, SJSM, spoke to Vatican Radio about using prayer to support people during the war in Ukraine. A member of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Saint Marc, Sister Lidia has served in Ukraine, specifically in the Zakarpattia region, for 25 years.

Based at a monastery in Pavshyno near Mukachevo, Sister Lidia meets with people to offer conversation and intercessory prayer. She described prayer as her weapon and emphasized the importance of trusting in God's grace, while cautioning against seeking spiritual support through magic or enmity.

Sister Lidia expressed gratitude for Ukrainian soldiers, noting that their service on the front lines allows others to remain safe. She stated that her work is fueled by her thoughts of the military members who are fighting.