MEETING OF EASTERN CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF THE UNITED STATES

The themes discussed were: Eastern Catholic Catechetical Ministries Safe Environment in each Eparchy (Diocese) The new translation of the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches A historical presentation on the Armenian Church Financial assistance received from the Catholic Home Missions Collection The Bishops also met with two of the Ukrainian Catholic Bishops via Zoom and heard of their terrifying stories, as well as their brave efforts to assist the poor, displaced and suffering from the war in Ukraine. The Bishops expressed their support and solidarity for the efforts for justice and peace in Ukraine, and encouraged humanitarian donations and continuous prayers for peace. The Bishops also extended their gratitude to the Holy Father for his Consecration of Russia, Ukraine and all the world to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, as well as his efforts to serve the poor, refugees and displaced persons from Ukraine and to bring an end to the terrible war.