Ukraine Orthodox oppose papal visit.(Brief Article)

The Christian Century | March 14, 2001 | Copyright

Eastern Orthodox leaders in Ukraine have warned of public protests if a June 23-27 pilgrimage to their country by Pope John Paul II goes on as scheduled. "A visit should take place in a normal, brotherly atmosphere--how can we extend our hands when there are still conflicts between us?" Orthodox Archbishop Adam Augustyn of Lviv, in western Ukraine, told Ecumenical News International. Lviv is on the pope's itinerary. "As ...

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