In Kyiv, Catholics, Uniates, and members of the OCU prayed “for Ukraine” at a Protestant gathering

On July 4, the large-scale ecumenical event “Prayer for Ukraine” was held for the eleventh time at the International Center for Culture and Arts in Kyiv. The event, organized by one of the Protestant denominations, was attended by about 3,000 people, including representatives of the Roman Catholic Church, the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, and the Orthodox Church of Ukraine.

According to the State Service of Ukraine for Ethnic Policy and Freedom of Conscience (GESS), British evangelical pastor David Hasaway initiated these gatherings back in 2016. Despite his advanced age, he was personally present at the meeting, emphasizing that prayer is a powerful tool capable of transforming a nation and strengthening hope during the most difficult times.

GESS representative Vyacheslav Gorshkov, addressing those present, noted that the main task for believers today is not to limit themselves to mere words in prayer halls, but to put their convictions into practice by demonstrating compassion, honesty, and a willingness to serve others.

As a reminder, on February 24, 2026—the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine—an ecumenical event took place at the historic St. Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, leaders of various religious denominations—the OCU, the UGCC, and the RCC—as well as representatives of the Jewish, Muslim, and Protestant communities—came together in “joint prayer.” The event was also honored by the presence of leaders from nine European countries and the leadership of the European Union.