Mercy in Ukraine | Healing the wounds of war
Ukraine, the nun who heals the physical and spiritual wounds of war survivors
The testimony of Sister Onufria Bachynska, a nun from the Congregation of the Handmaids of the Immaculate Mary, who has been actively involved since 2014 in a rehabilitation center in Ukraine.
This center offers support to war survivors, including many wounded civilians and soldiers. Sister Onufria describes the traumatic impact of the war, which came unexpectedly, and how her mission has been to heal both the physical and spiritual wounds of patients.
Her testimony emphasizes the importance of works of mercy, which go beyond simple medical assistance, also aiming to heal inner suffering.
Her efforts fit into a broader context of solidarity and compassion rooted in the Gospel and the Jubilee, calling for concrete action towards the most vulnerable.
Sister Onufria, through her work, carries forward a message of hope and Christian love, embodying the teachings of the Gospel through her works of mercy.
Her dedication serves as an example of how the Christian mission can respond to the crises of our time, with an action that heals both body and soul.
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