Military medic Natalya carried a jug of water blessed by priests at the Sviatogirsk monastery in east Ukraine as she celebrated Orthodox Epiphany in a Russian-affiliated church, despite the war. Ukrainians have largely moved away from the Ukrainian Orthodox C…
‘No matter the faith’: east Ukraine marks Epiphany despite war divide
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Jan-21
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Despite the shadow of war looming over the region, east Ukrainians, including military medic Natalya, find solace and unity in celebrating Orthodox Epiphany. Gathering at the Sviatogirsk monastery, many choose to overlook the church's Russian affiliations, focusing instead on cultural heritage and the shared hope for peace. This act of faith amidst adversity underscores the resilience of the Ukrainian spirit and the complex identities within the nation, challenging the divisive narratives often perpetuated by external forces.