Mefodiy

Ukrainian Metropolitan, religious leader

Mefodiy - Ukrainian Metropolitan, religious leader
Born

1949
76 years ago

Died

February 24th, 2015
10 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Ukraine

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Served as the Metropolitan of Kyiv and all Ukraine in the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Kyiv Patriarchate). Contributed to the establishment and promotion of the church's independence. Actively engaged in religious education and social issues within Ukraine, particularly during significant political changes. Advocated for the spiritual needs of the Ukrainian people, emphasizing the importance of religious freedom and national identity.

Led the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Kyiv Patriarchate)

Promoted the idea of an independent Ukrainian church

Advocated for religious education and social justice

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