Ukraine National Prayer Breakfast highlights religious resilience

The Ukrainian National Prayer Breakfast recently brought together government officials, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, alongside diverse religious leaders, including Evangelical pastors, Orthodox priests, and Jewish rabbis. The event highlighted the role of faith communities in providing humanitarian aid and spiritual support amidst the ongoing conflict.

Igor Bandura, vice president of the Ukrainian Baptist Union, reported that more than 100 new evangelical churches have been established since the war began, with over 13,000 baptisms recorded. Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, addressed the assembly, noting the spiritual significance of Ukraine’s history and the resilience of its people during the invasion.