“The priest expressed his heartfelt gratitude to everyone who had been concerned about him, supported his family, and prayed for him, adding that he had felt their prayerful support.

“after contact with Fr Andriy was lost, lawyers immediately took legal steps to establish his whereabouts, clarify the circumstances and legal grounds for his transfer, and ensure that his rights were respected.

“the Parish Priest, Fr Sotirios Drapaniotis, welcomed the Archbishop and expressed the gratitude of the parishioners for their Shepherd’s participation in the anniversary celebration, as well as for his spiritual guidance, pastoral care and support.

“the diocese stated that it would use all legally available means to appeal the detention of the hierarch, the seizure of the passport, and the attempt to mobilize the clergyman, and asked the faithful to pray for Father Anatoliy

“Patriarch Porfirije assured the Primate of the UOC of his brotherly prayerful support

“Patriarch Shio III again expressed gratitude to the Ecumenical Patriarch for his love and condolences and thanked him for the warm message sent on the day of his own enthronement.

“Catholicos-Patriarch Shio III also expressed his wish that the Lord grant His grace, help, and peace to Ukraine and the whole world.

“thanked the donors and benefactors of the Monastery and wished that the now restored Katholikon becomes a daily refuge for the Brotherhood for the nightly sacred Services