Sounds of Hope: Local churches honor Ukrainian Christmas traditions
Volume
29
/ Issue 20
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Mikhail Tikhonov
The Ukrainian holiday traditions of holy suppers and sacred songs find a home in multiple local congregations this Christmas season.
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