A traditional procession led by Pope Francis took place near the Roman Colosseum on April 15. During the ceremony, a Ukrainian and a Russian woman carried the cross together, although the UGCC criticized the idea ,
KYIV. UkraineGate , 16 , April , 2022 | War News .
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So, on Good Friday, when it is celebrated by Christians of the Western rite, April 15, after a two-year break due to the pandemic, the traditional procession led by Pope Francis took place near the Roman Colosseum.
The traditional march has sparked controversy after it became known that a Ukrainian and a Russian woman would take part in it.
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has stated that the prospect of the symbolic participation of Ukrainian and Russian women in the Way of the Cross, according to the Vatican’s scenario, is a cruel insult to Ukraine and a complete misunderstanding of the realities of the war.
As a result, a Ukrainian and a Russian woman working in an Italian hospice held the cross during the 13th stand .
Ambassador of Ukraine to the Vatican Andriy Yurash said that due to the arguments of the Ukrainian side, the text of the reflections of the 13th Crossroads on the war in Ukraine and reconciliation was replaced by a prayer in silence.
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The Vatican’s decision to include both Ukrainians and Russians in Pope Francis’ procession on Friday sparked disagreement with Ukrainian Catholic leaders, who wanted the decision reconsidered.
As reported by the media, the Vatican planned that in Rome during the procession on Good Friday, April 15, the cross will be symbolically held by a Ukrainian and a Russian woman.
Yes, the cross must be carried in the hands of Irina and Albina, who moved to Italy 20 years ago.
Source: Ukrgate
