On your special day, may God’s grace and blessings continue to guide you and strengthen your spirit. As you serve His holy will, may He grant you many more years of health, peace, and joy.

Happy Birthday - may God bless you with many more blessed years!

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ!

On this Thanksgiving Day, as we gather in gratitude, let us reflect on the words of St. Paul in his letter to the Colossians:

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." (Colossians 3:15-17)

Beloved Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As we mark the annual observance of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, we invite each of you to join us in a deep, spiritual reflection on gratitude - a gift from God that is central to our Holy Orthodox Christian faith. Thanksgiving is not merely a moment on the calendar but an essential part of the life in Christ, a time for giving thanks.

For our Christmas celebration we decorate the Lord’s Temple with over 100 poinsettias.  These flowers are in memory of our departed loved ones who are in our hearts during the Christmas season. If you would like to remember your deceased loved ones with a poinsettia that will adorn the church during the Christmas season Dec. 24 - Jan. 6, please fill out the requested information below.

St. Vladimir Cathedral 5913 State Rd. Parma, OH 44134

Congratulations to the newly baptized servant of God MATTHEW MAKSYMIUK! On Saturday, NOVEMBER 23, 2024, he received, at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, Ohio, the Holy Sacraments of Baptism and Chrismation. May God grant him many blessed years!

Вітаємо новоохрещеного раба Божого МАТВІЯ МАКСИМʼЮКА! У суботу, 23 листопада, 2024 р. Б. він отримав у Свято-Володимирівському Українському Православному Кафедральному Соборі, Святі Таїнства Хрещення і Миропомазання. Нехай Господь посилає йому Многая і Благая Літа!

In this month of November, we, the Council of Bishops of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA and Diaspora, solemnly gather to honor the memory of the millions of Ukrainian souls who perished during the Holodomor of 1932-1933, a brutal genocidal famine inflicted by the godless Soviet regime. This tragedy was not merely a famine but a calculated act of oppression—a genocide that sought to erase the spirit, culture, and future of the Ukrainian nation.

YouTube Reflections with Archbishop Daniel

Короткі Роздуми з Архієпископом Даниїлом

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ,

As we mark the solemn thousand-day anniversary of the brutal invasion of Ukraine, we gather in spirit with our suffering brothers and sisters across the ancestral homeland, and with all who stand with Ukraine in the defense of her people, her freedom, and her right to live in peace. We are humbled by the resilience, faith, and courage of Ukrainians, yet grieve deeply for the cost of this unrelenting war.

We congratulate Fr. John and Pani Matka Mary Anne on the 52nd anniversary of Fr. John’s ordination to the Holy Priesthood, which they celebrate today, on Tuesday, November 19. Throughout these years, they have shared everything with each other while serving in God’s vineyard – in the Holy Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA in Holy Ascension Parish in Maplewood, NJ, and at our parish of St. Vladimir. We pray that the Lord will continue to bless them with good health, abundant happiness, and many more blessed years.

Ми вітаємо о. Івана та Пані Матку Мар’яну з 52-ю річницею висвячення о. Івана у священичий сан, яке вони святкують сьогодні у вівторок, 19 листопада. Протягом цих років вони разом служили у винограднику Господньому — в Святій Українській Православній Церкві США у парафії Святого Вознесіння в Мейплвуді, Нью-Джерсі, та в нашій парафії святого Володимира. Ми молимося, щоб Господь і надалі благословляв їх добрим здоров'ям, великою радістю та багатьма благословенними роками. Многая літа!

Press Release of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, Parma, Ohio

To the Venerable and Christ-loving clergy and laity of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, South America, the United States of America and in Ukraine.  
 
May the Grace of our Lord and God and Savior Jesus Christ, the Love of God the Father and the Fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all!

Beloved Faithful,

As we enter the sacred period of St. Philip’s Fast, the journey of preparation for the Nativity of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we are invited to reflect deeply on the mystery of His becoming one of humankind. This journey calls us to approach the season with humility, love, and a profound awareness of the sanctity of life, embodied in the wondrous miracle of Christ’s Incarnation.

On Wednesday, November 6, 2024, the Parma City Council presented a Resolution Honoring St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral for its 100th Anniversary. During the evening meeting, the Law Director of Parma presented the Outstanding Organization Award, and the Office of the Parma City Auditor, Brian D. Day, issued a Certificate of Congratulations. Fr. Michael Hontaruk, pastor of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, delivered an invocation and accepted these recognitions and awards from Mayor Tim DeGeeter, Councilmen Kevin Kussmaul and Rod Euerle. On behalf of the Archpastor of the Cathedral, His Eminence Archbishop Daniel, Pastor Emeritus Fr. John Nakonachny, Protodeacon Ihor Mahlay, the Parish Board, and all parishioners, Fr. Michael expressed gratitude for the honors and highlighted the strong relationship between St. Vladimir and the City of Parma, looking forward to continued cooperation and partnership.
Also present at this event were Fr. John Nakonachny, Protodeacon Ihor Mahlay, Dobrodiyka Anna Hontaruk-Levko, Parish Board member Mrs. Tanya Iuryniuk, and Fr. Peter Levko, pastor of St. George Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Yardville, NJ.

We extend warm greetings to Protodeacon Ihor, who celebrate his 27th anniversary of ordination as deacon on November 2. We also congratulate Dobrodiyka Iryna on this special occasion. We are truly grateful for their unwavering dedication to our parish and the UOC of the USA. May our Lord continue to bless them with good health and abundant happiness for many more blessed years to come! Mnohaya Lita!

Ми щиро вітаємо протодиякона Ігоря, який у 2 листопада відзначає 27-му річницю свого рукоположення у дияконський сан. Також ми вітаємо Добродійку Ірину з цією особливою подією. Ми щиро вдячні їм за їхню незламну відданість нашій парафії та УПЦ США. Нехай Господь продовжує благословляти їх міцним здоров'ям і безмежним щастям на многая літа!

On Sunday, October 20, during our coffee hour, we were honored to welcome esteemed Ukrainian artist, art therapist, and humanitarian Tetiana Mialkovska and her dedicated team. They shared insights into the transformative power of art therapy for orphaned and displaced children, widows, and soldiers in war-torn Ukraine. In gratitude for our parish’s support, Mrs. Mialkovska presented a beautiful gift to our church: an icon of the Crucifixion of Christ painted by the children she works with, accompanied by an intricately embroidered rushnyk. This heartfelt gesture deepened our connection to the struggles faced by those in Ukraine and inspired us to continue our support for those in need.

Mary Ann Sklaryk (nee Krupa), age 78, entered eternal rest on October 18, 2024. Beloved wife of 53 years to Charles Sklaryk. Loving mother to Mark (Lisa) Sklaryk. Cherished grandmother to Victor and Maxym. Preceded in death by her parents, Mary & Vasyl Krupa; her siblings, Olga & Joseph Krupa; and her daughter, Mary Katheryn.

Audrey Syder, dearly beloved wife of Walter for 60 years; loving mother of Cynthia Miller (Craig) and Andrew Syder (Kimberly); dear grandmother of Zachary Miller (Marina), Jacob Miller (Savannah), Sarah Miller (Tyler), Rachel Miller, Bohdan Syder, and Emilia Syder; dearest sister of Joy Kornaker (Kenneth, deceased); dear aunt and friend of many.

The centennial celebration of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, OH, held on October 12-13, 2024, was a deeply spiritual and historic event, commemorating the parish’s rich legacy and its unwavering dedication to Christ and His Church. For over a century, the cathedral has stood as a beacon of faith for generations of Ukrainian Orthodox Christians, and the weekend’s celebrations reflected both a profound respect for the past and a hopeful vision for the future.

The joyful sound of prayers filled the sacred space of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, Ohio, as clergy, parishioners, students, and families gathered to celebrate a significant milestone in the life of their spiritual home: 100 years of faithful service and dedication to God and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. This centennial celebration, led by His Eminence Metropolitan Antony, began with a special visit of Archbishop Daniel, the spiritual father of the Western Eparchy of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA, to the Taras Shevchenko School of Ukrainian Studies an institution deeply intertwined with the cathedral’s history and also celebrating its 100th anniversary.

On Sunday, October 6, 2024, prior to the Ukrainian Divine Liturgy at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, Parma, Ohio, and following weeks of preparation and instruction, Artem Kolesnik was blessed and enabled for the first time to wear the Altar Boys’ robes. In front of the Iconostas a special prayer was read before the clergy place a robe (styhar) on Artem.
At the conclusion of the Liturgy, the clergy presented to Artem an Icon of the Savior Jesus Christ, a gift from the St. Vladimir Cathedral, as a remembrance of this special day for Artem and his family. May God bless him and all family members for many blessed years!

У неділю, 6 жовтня, 2024 р. Б., перед початком Україномовної Божественної Літургії у Свято-Володимирському Православному Кафедральному Соборі, Парма, Огайо, після підготовки, Артем Колеснік отримав благословіння вперше одягнути стихар для вівтарного прислужника. Перед іконостасом, над ним було прочитано спеціальну молитву. Після відпусту на Літургії, духовенство, від імені Свято-Володимирського Собору, вручило Артему на згадку цього особливого дня, ікону Спасителя. Нехай Бог благословляє його та всіх рідних на Многая Літа!

Congratulations to the newly baptized servant of God MARIA TKACHUK! On Sunday, SEPTEMBER 29, 2024, she received, at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, Ohio, the Holy Sacraments of Baptism and Chrismation. May God grant her many blessed years!
Вітаємо новоохрещену рабу Божу МАРІЮ ТКАЧУК! У неділю, 29 вересня, 2024 р. Б. вона отримала у Свято-Володимирівському Українському Православному Кафедральному Соборі, Святі Таїнства Хрещення і Миропомазання. Нехай Господь посилає її Многая і Благая Літа!

Congratulations to the newly baptized servant of God SOFIA NOVAK! On Saturday, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024, she received, at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, Ohio, the Holy Sacraments of Baptism and Chrismation. May God grant her many blessed years!

Вітаємо новоохрещеного рабу Божу СОФІЮ НОВАК! У суботу, 28 вересня, 2024 р. Б. вона отримала у Свято-Володимирівському Українському Православному Кафедральному Соборі, Святі Таїнства Хрещення і Миропомазання. Нехай Господь посилає її Многая і Благая Літа! 

On this special day, we gather in spirit to celebrate the blessing of your life and the profound impact you have made on our St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral and the entire Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA. Your Eminence, you embody the love and compassion of Christ, and your leadership serves as a beacon of hope and faith for us all.

On September 21, 2024, the clergy and faithful of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral in Parma, Ohio, embarked on a meaningful pilgrimage to their original church on West 11th Street in Cleveland, marking a significant moment in their centennial celebrations.

Irene Pavlyshyn (nee Barber) age 100 passed away peacefully September17, 2024. Married 57 years, beloved wife of Emil (deceased). Loving mother of Mary Pavlyshyn. Devoted sister of Mollie Alstott (deceased), sister-in-law of Olga Kytasty (deceased). Loving friend of many. Irene taught middle school physical education and science for the Cleveland Public Schools. She volunteered at Deaconess Hospital, The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and was a dedicated member of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral for many years. She loved to travel and spend time with family and friends.

Warmest birthday blessings to you, Fr. John, as you celebrate this special day in your life! Your years of faithful service and dedication have left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who have been blessed by your pastoral care. Through your wisdom, love, and example, you have guided many closer to Christ and His Holy Church.

JOSEF POBYWAJLO (age 95) passed away on Wednesday, September 11th, 2024. Beloved husband of Maria Pobywajlo. Loving father of Andrij Pobywajlo (Desiree Slavick) and Anna Schilling (Fred). Dear grandfather of Daniel Slavick-Pobywajlo, Aaron Slavick-Pobywajlo, Sophia Schilling, and Alexander Schilling. Cherished brother of 2 brothers and 8 sisters (deceased).