Zelenskyy attends farewell ceremony for Patriarch Filaret
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended a farewell ceremony for the late Patriarch Filaret at St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Cathedral in Kyiv.
"He made great efforts to ensure that Ukraine has its own local church. Without his perseverance and courage, it is impossible to imagine the history of Ukrainian independence, our spiritual independence, and the building of a truly strong state. We remember. We honour. We are grateful," Zelenskyy said on Telegram.
As reported, Patriarch Filaret died on Friday, March 20, at the age of 97 due to complications from chronic illnesses.
The farewell ceremony has been taking place at St. Michael’s Golden-Domed Cathedral since the evening of March 20 and will continue throughout March 21.
The funeral service and burial are scheduled for Sunday, March 22.
