On Independence Day, the President took part in a prayer service for peace in Ukraine

24.08.2020, 18:31
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On the day of the 29th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took part in the festive prayer service "Prayer for Peace and Blessing of Ukraine".

In the courtyard of the National Reserve "Sophia of Kyiv" prayers for Ukraine were said by church leaders and leaders of religious organizations.

The spiritual leaders thanked the Lord for an independent Ukraine and asked for protection for its defenders and all those who support them, wisdom for the Ukrainian people and strength for the leaders of the state. They prayed for peace to come to the Ukrainian land.

The chamber choir performed "Our Father" and "Prayer for Ukraine".

Tags: #Independence Day of Ukraine #Prayer for Ukraine
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