Basil H. Losten
Ukrainian American Greek Catholic hierarch
Born
May 11th, 1930
94 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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