Many Ukrainian Orthodox Christians are preparing to celebrate Christmas on 25 December for the first time this year. Ukraine has traditionally used the Julian calendar, also used by Russia ...
Last year, some Ukrainians observed Christmas on December 25 in a gesture representing separation from Russia, its culture and religious traditions. The law also moves the Day of Ukrainian ...
Ukrainian Christmas: 'This year was very hard for ... and said music and Ukrainian traditions are a reminder of home for those attending. "It's our soul," she said. "This year was very hard ...