SUPPORTING OUR UKRAINIAN SIBLINGS IN CRISIS
March 3, 2022
In February of 2014 Russian forces began a conflict with neighboring Ukraine through the annexation of Krimea. After eight years of cold tension, Russia once again escalated the conflict with an invasion into Ukraine on February 24 of this year. This conflict has led to over one-million Ukrainians, mostly women and children, forced to flee their homes and seek refuge on the western boarder of the country or neighboring nations like Poland, Hungary and Slovenia.
In an effort to support our siblings in strife, as is our mission as Church, the Metropolitan New York Synod wishes to share resources from the ELCA and partner organizations. Please explore the links below and consider helping out however you are able.
LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF
In an emergency, every second counts. That’s why it’s crucial that we’re ready.
Your gift to the World of Good Fund provides families facing crises with emergency food, clean water, safe shelter, medical supplies, and more.
Your support will reach neighbors in Ukraine and around the world with the lifesaving care they need.
Each church's donation will be matched up-to $100,000. Please consider making a donation by clicking the link, HERE.
LUTHERAN DISASTER RESPONSE
Lutheran Disaster Response is accompanying companion churches in Ukraine, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia, as well as such ecumenical partners as the Lutheran World Federation and Church World Service, in their humanitarian responses to the crisis. These partners provide refugees with immediate support and supplies such as food, blankets, water and hygiene kits. Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has joined other religious leaders from Europe and around the globe in issuing an interfaith call for peace in the region.
Please consider making a donation by clicking the link, HERE.
LUTHERAN IMMIGRATION AND REFUGEE SERVICES
For over 80 years, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service has been a champion for refugees and migrants from around the globe. Its legacy of compassionate service has made a difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people who have found safety and hope in America’s communities
On February 23, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced military operations in Ukraine that appeared to serve as a declaration of war. Already, more than 1.7 million refugees have fled Ukraine since the invasion. At least 850,000 Ukrainians have been internally displaced, though there are likely millions.
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service stands in solidarity with our Ukrainian neighbors and is dedicated to supporting Ukrainian refugees and immigrants however possible.
Learn more below about how you can support Ukrainians in the United States and abroad, by clicking HERE.
UKRAINIAN RELIEF FUND from INTERNATIONAL ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHARITIES and the GREEK ORTHODOX ARCHDIOCESE OF AMERICA
In response to the tragic humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, and the immediate aid needed there, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, announced a major fundraising effort today that will help those most affected by the Russian invasion.
The Archdiocese has already donated $100,000 to the Ecumenical Patriarchate to support the efforts of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine, and in partnership with the International Orthodox Christian Charities, together they aim to raise $1 million for both immediate and long-term support of the Ukrainian people.
Please consider making a donation by clicking the link, HERE or HERE.