His Beatitude Sviatoslav, Head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, met today, June 5, with Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Spain to Ukraine Mrs. Sylvia Josefina Cortes Martin. The meeting took place at the request of the Ambassador.
During the meeting, it was noted that today the Church in its social dimension is an important foundation and an integral part of civil society.
Also, the parties spoke about the role of the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations. In particular, they noted its active position in the process of building relations between civil society and the Ukrainian authorities.
The Head of the UGCC stressed that the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches is now the voice of the people directed to the government.
An important topic for discussion between the parties was the protection of women's dignity. They stressed the importance of the Christian understanding of women's dignity.
The Head of the Church thanked H.E. Mrs. Martin for her work and visit. He also expressed his condolences to the people of Spain in connection with the pandemic. He also thanked for all the moments of friendliness that the Spanish people and society show to Ukrainians who now live and work in Spain.
Finally, the parties exchanged memorable gifts. The Head of the Church presented Mrs. Ambassador with a medal issued on the occasion of the consecration of the Patriarchal Cathedral in Kyiv.