Ukrainian Greek Catholics thank Pontiff for support (L'Osservatore Romano (Italian))

In brief

Ukrainian Greek Catholic youth ministry participants met with Pope Leo XIV during his general audience on September 9 to thank him for his support.

Father Roman Dermush, the deputy director of the youth ministry commission for the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, said the group thanked the Pope for his constant closeness to people suffering. He noted that this solidarity helps the Church heal the physical and emotional wounds of individuals.

The group explained that their work involves strengthening the faith and spirituality of young Ukrainians who have fled their homeland. Father Dermush stated that they aim to lighten the sorrow weighing on the souls of these young people.