Beloved Clergy, Parish Communities, and Faithful of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA,

With the arrival of the graduation season, a time of joy, reflection, and thanksgiving, we turn our hearts to honor the remarkable young men and women who, through perseverance and faith, have reached the milestone of academic accomplishment. Whether they are completing elementary school, high school, university, or advanced degrees, their efforts are a testimony to the blessings of God, the support of their families, and the loving guidance of our Church.

His Eminence Metropolitan Antony and Archbishop Daniel, spiritual fathers of our Metropolia, will once again offer a special online greeting to all graduates of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA on AUGUST 3, 2025. This heartfelt expression of congratulations and prayerful encouragement will be shared publicly across the official platforms of our Church as a visible reminder of the deep spiritual bond between the Church and her faithful.

We warmly invite all parishes, clergy, families, and faithful to submit the names and photos of their graduates for inclusion in this special tribute. Each graduate represents not only a personal victory, but also the hopes and future of our Orthodox Church and the Ukrainian-American community.

Let us stand together in gratitude for God’s grace and in admiration for the dedication of our graduates, encouraging them to remain faithful servants of Christ and stewards of His Gospel in all their future endeavors.

Submission Instructions:
Please refer to the attached poster for specific details on how to send your graduate’s name, photo, and academic information. Submissions must be received no later than JULY 20, 2025 to ensure inclusion in this year’s presentation.

Let this be a celebration not only of academic success, but of a lifelong journey of faith, service, and spiritual growth.

Let us surround our graduates with the love of Christ and the prayers of the Church!