The Brief
- Ukrainian community members gathered at a St. Petersburg church to mark Ukrainian Independence Day with liturgy and traditions.
- Community members shared their cultural heritage while honoring the courage and resilience of their homeland.
- Attendees expressed unity with loved ones in Ukraine as the country continues to fight for its future.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The day began with a liturgy at the Epiphany of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church in St. Petersburg. It also brought a program filled with traditions, giving families a chance to pass their heritage down to younger generations.
Community member Tetiana Chupryn shared the complex emotions of the gathering, calling it “a day of pride” but also “a day of sorrow pain.”
Ukrainian independence history
The backstory:
Ukraine declared its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
Generations gathered 35 years later to honor the culture, courage and resilience that have defined their country.
St. Petersburg Ukrainian Independence Day celebration
What they’re saying:…