Josyf Slipyj

Ukrainian Cardinal and Church Leader

Josyf Slipyj - Ukrainian Cardinal and Church Leader
Born

1892
133 years ago

Died

September 7th, 1984
40 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Ukraine

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A prominent figure within the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, served as a cardinal and the Major Archbishop of Lviv. After being arrested in 1945 by Soviet authorities, spent 18 years in imprisonment and exile. Worked to uphold the religious rights of Ukrainians under communist rule and contributed to the revitalization of the church in Ukraine after the fall of the Soviet Union. Promoted ecumenical dialogue and the presence of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church worldwide.

Served as Major Archbishop of Lviv

Wrote extensively on church issues

Fought for religious freedom in Ukraine

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