Ukraine invasion Archives

Dreaming of Peace in Ukraine

by Gregg Brekke | Jun 1, 2023

Catholics in war-torn Ukraine feed, house, clothe and minister to those fleeing violence while also praying for a lasting peace with justice.

by OSV News | May 23, 2023

Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, who says “war is a pandemic,” was appointed by the pope to lead a special initiative for peace in Ukraine.

by OSV News | May 22, 2023

Urging them to abandon nuclear weapons, Pope Francis sends a message to the G7 world leaders gathered in Hiroshima, Japan, May 19-21, 2023.

by OSV News | May 2, 2023

During his visit, Pope Francis calls upon Hungary to open its doors not only to Ukrainians but to all migrants and to others in need.

by OSV News | Feb 23, 2023

As Friday marks the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Catholic leaders discuss the Church’s response to the crisis.

In his Christmas message, Pope Francis says Jesus leads the way “to a world that is open and free to live in fraternity and peace.”

The papal message for the World Peace Day is released in anticipation of the upcoming January 1, 2023, observance.

A member of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns reflects on the third Sunday of Advent readings and trusting in God’s peace.

by Michael Calvente | Dec 8, 2022

On the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis says this belief shows nothing is impossible, not even peace.