Basil H. Losten

Ukrainian American Greek Catholic hierarch

Basil H. Losten - Ukrainian American Greek Catholic hierarch
Born

May 11th, 1930
95 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Ordained a priest in 1958, served in various parishes in the United States. Elected as the first bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Stamford in 1983. Participated in numerous ecumenical dialogues and advocated for the rights of Eastern Catholics. Worked towards strengthening the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in America and fostering community among Ukrainian Americans.

Bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Stamford

Ordained a priest in 1958

Promoted ecumenical dialogue

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