Articles - 2025

On June 9, the Consulate General of Ukraine in San Francisco organized a meeting of the Ukrainian community of California with the Ukrainian delegation within the framework of the US Congressional Open World program. The delegation members discussed the issues of recording war crimes, technical and legal support for investigatio...

Dear readers! When we reflect on God's Commandments with faith, we understand that these are not dry instructions, but the voice of a loving Father calling us to the fullness of life. After a deep awareness of the greatness of God's Name, which cannot be used in vain, the Lord leads us further – to an invitation to meet Him...

A book club was established in San Diego in January 2025. Its founder and moderator is Viktoria Barbaniuk. To learn more about the club’s activities, Hromada newspaper correspondent Oleg Kernytskyy visited the June meeting and interviewed Viktoria. 1. How and when did the idea of creating a book club arise?The idea was matu...

Just a month ago, Trump referred to Putin as someone who wants to end the war, but in July, at a meeting of the US government, he was already talking about the Russian president as someone who constantly spouts nonsense.What is going on? Why was Trump willing to ignore Putin's mockery and refusal to meet any of his wishes during...

After an almost three-year pause, street protests have returned to Ukraine. They have returned despite the war, air raid sirens, the monopolization of power, and what would seem to be total political apathy. This time, the trigger was a law changing the subordination of the NABU (National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine). Howe...

One of the main political outcomes of June was the obvious change in US President Donald Trump's rhetoric on Ukraine after his meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. The American leader spoke with unexpected sympathy about the Ukrainian president – the same one with whom he had a well-...

In June 2025, Ukraine found itself at the center of a multidimensional web: of missiles and drones, of negotiations and summits, of military breakthroughs and political pauses. This web not only entangles, but also holds: Ukraine balances on it between fatigue and faith, independence and dependence, the future and what must be e...

God's second commandment, “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain,” is short but carries a profound and comprehensive call to holiness, respect, and reverence for God's name. It is an integral continuation of the first commandment, which prohibits idolatry and commands us to worship only one God. If the first c...

“Wandering Stars” continued their Northern California tour with a delightful performance of The Painted Fox in Sacramento, bringing joy to children and families. Organized in partnership with “Hromada” and in support of the “Anhelyk” foundation, the event raised $1,585 through a charity auction, combining theater, community spirit, and meaningful support for Ukraine.

The first and greatest commandment calls us to love and worship God above all, recognizing Him as our Creator, Savior, and source of all goodness. Idolatry, superstition, and worldly distractions threaten this relationship. Saints and angels, as faithful servants of God, support and inspire us on the path to holiness without replacing the worship due to God alone.

Putin's failed attempt at negotiations in Istanbul demonstrated his unwillingness to pursue peace, as well as Trump's inconsistent policy, which vacillates between sanctions and personal interests. Russia's aggressive actions have exacerbated the situation on the front lines and threatened the stability of the international order.

In May, Ukraine was pressured by the Trump administration to participate in negotiations in Istanbul initiated by Russia. Despite the lack of real progress, the parties agreed only on the exchange of prisoners, and the negotiations themselves strengthened Putin's legitimacy without stopping Russian aggression.

At the end of May 2025, Russia intensified missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, while pretending to seek negotiations. Trump, despite pushing for talks in Istanbul, ultimately sided with Putin, abandoning calls for a ceasefire. As Ukraine and Russia imitate negotiations to maintain ties with the US, real progress remains impossible — leaving only destruction and diplomatic illusions.

Students at The Brandeis School have chosen the Community for a charitable initiative to support Ukrainian children affected by the war. The Community thanks the students, their mentor, and parents for their concern and encourages them to join in raising funds for orphans.

This sermon invites the faithful to rediscover the Ten Commandments not as restrictions, but as divine gifts that lead to true freedom and joy. Reflecting on Scripture and the Catechism, it reveals how the Commandments illuminate our path, heal the soul, and draw us closer to God—not through fear, but through love.

The brief meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy in Rome marked a symbolic moment in the stalled U.S.–Russia–Ukraine negotiations. As Trump grows skeptical of Putin’s intentions, the article explores how Moscow manipulates the dialogue for strategic gain—both in Ukraine and beyond. Against the backdrop of rising civilian casualties and deepening terror, the piece warns that the future of the international order depends on the West’s willingness to confront aggression, not accommodate it.

The United States is teetering on the brink of a constitutional crisis: the introduction of draconian tariffs, mass deportations, undermining of the judicial system, and attempts to destroy the balance of power indicate a dangerous drift toward a hybrid regime. Ukraine is at the center of this global turning point, becoming not only a victim of Russian aggression, but also a bargaining chip in the West's great game for a new world order.

Donald Trump’s push to “freeze” the Russian-Ukrainian war has stirred global debate, with unofficial outlines of his proposed deal circulating widely despite lacking formal confirmation. The article explores strong reactions from Ukraine, Russia, and Western allies, emphasizing the serious risks such a plan poses—especially for Ukrainians, who view negotiations with an aggressor as both dangerous and morally unacceptable.

Donald Trump’s voters should be satisfied with the first statements and actions of their elected representative as the second president-elect. Hyperbolized statements, harsh tone, self-confidence, geopolitical economic pragmatism bordering on cynicism...

The new Sharvarok platform is becoming a real unifying tool among Ukrainians in the United States. The idea, which grew from a dream, became available for implementation in November 2024. Its founder is Yarema Kuzyshyn, co-founder and financial director of the NGO “Hromada” in San Francisco.

The premiere of the children's play based on Ivan Franko's fairy tale “The Painted Fox” by the Ukrainian amateur theater “Mandrivni Zirky” in San Francisco was a sell-out, filled with laughter and applause. The audience was immersed in the enchanted forest and the adventures of the cunning fox, and Ivan Franko's creativity once again inspired a love for Ukrainian fairy tales.

Dear readers! Since last time we started our journey through the beautiful streets and ended up in the parish of the Immaculate Conception, let’s continue our journey along the spiritual path of Lent, which prepares us for the great day ‒ the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.Probably each of us has heard the word “fast” and it is as...

On February 15, the charity evening “Kohaytesya chornobryvi” brought together the Ukrainian community and friends at Ukrainian Hall San Francisco. The event featured inspiring performances by talented musicians and singers, a lively auction, and heartfelt participation from all guests.

Ruslan Telipsky has been supporting children who lost their parents in the war for 10 years through the Children of the Heavenly Legion project. Camps, holidays, and creative activities give them new friends, faith, and hope. His example proves that kindness can change the lives of thousands.

In 2024 and during the Christmas and New Year period of 2025, the non-profit organization “Hromada” collected and delivered humanitarian aid to Ukraine worth $44,075.33. Thanks to generous donations and joint efforts, we were able to provide support, treatment, leisure activities, and holidays to 369 children in Ukraine, as well as meet the medical needs of defenders.