INSIDE: • Praise, condemnation for steps to recognize UPA — page 3. • Holocaust survivor praises Metropolitan Sheptytsky — page 4. • St. Josaphat School to mark 60th anniversary — page 11. HE KRAINIAN EEKLY T PublishedU by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profitW association Vol. LXXV No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 $1/$2 in Ukraine Ukrainian Fulbright Association Tensions surface among forces promotes intellectual responsibility trying to create democratic coalition by Zenon Zawada Fulbright Association’s first ever Code of by Zenon Zawada coordinated,” he said. “It’s a form of pres- Kyiv Press Bureau Ethics, fulfilling a resolution to draft guide- Kyiv Press Bureau sure on the president to battle against lines approved at last year’s meeting. Tymoshenko’s prime ministership.” KYIV – Ukraine’s Fulbright graduates The ethics code is significant because KYIV – As a court continued to review Some of Mr. Yushchenko’s closest advi- commemorated the 10th anniversary of few professional or academic organizations election appeals, tensions among the sors and allies have declared their prefer- their alumni association at their annual con- in Ukraine have made any similar efforts, Orange forces surfaced, raising uncertainty ence for a wide coalition with the Party of ference held on October 19-20 in Kyiv. Mr. Stachiw said. It’s a critical step in com- as to their ability to remain cohesive and the Regions of Ukraine, including Mr. Fulbright alumni in attendance renewed bating the corruption that engulfs Ukraine’s form a stable coalition government. Yekhanurov and National Security and their contacts and presented their latest academic and educational institutions, he Former Prime Minister Yurii Defense Council Secretary Ivan Pliusch. research. said. Yekhanurov, a close ally and advisor of Though not publicly declaring their “This is one of the important ways of Among the many issues it addresses are President Viktor Yushchenko, said he opposition, others such as National Bank of supporting our alumni association as part of plagiarism, access to information, openness would abandon the Our Ukraine People’s Ukraine Council Chair Petro Poroshenko the Fulbright scholars network,” said in scholarship and intellectual property Union party if the coalition leaders didn’t and Presidential Secretariat Chair Viktor Myron Stachiw, the director of the Ukraine rights. take his proposals into account. Baloha are believed to be opposed to Ms. Fulbright Program. “Scholars from different “We’re not the first, but given the visibil- They address lifting the moratorium on Tymoshenko, observers said. disciplines have come together for friendly ity of our organization nationally, it gives us agricultural land sales, passing a new law on The Our Ukraine – People’s Self- interchange.” a certain position and platform to promote stock companies, amending the government Defense bloc is particularly vulnerable The conference also marked the 15th these ideas of intellectual freedom and procurement law and altering the Cabinet of because its nine parties pledged to perform year the Ukraine Fulbright Exchange responsibility,” Mr. Stachiw said. Ministers law passed in January that signifi- the unlikely task of merging and folding Program has been independent of Moscow. In his remarks to open the conference, cantly reduced the president’s authority. into a single party after the election. There During the Soviet era, only 12 U.S. Mr. Stachiw called for the Fulbright alumni In making his threat, Mr. Yekhanurov are no signs that they’re ready to do that, scholars studied in Ukraine during the pro- to direct their energies toward creating a was speaking not only for himself, but also and more evidence points to ongoing inter- new Ukrainian state broken out of the cur- gram’s 20 years, Mr. Stachiw said. Only a for the pragmatic, business wing of Our nal strife. rent social, political and cultural deadlock. handful of Ukrainians studied in the U.S. Ukraine that “is dead set against (Yulia) Pora Civic Party Chair Vladyslav Kaskiv He repeated the views of former World said he opposes any imperative mandate Now 20 American scholars study in Tymoshenko becoming prime minister,” Bank President James Wolfensohn, who law, which would forbid politicians from Ukraine annually, and 50 Ukrainians study said Ivan Lozowy, president of the Kyiv- spoke in Kyiv the prior week and declared switching parliamentary factions or even in the U.S. based Institute of Statehood and that no country or institution can help voting against their faction. Perhaps the conference’s biggest event Democracy, financed by Ukrainian busi- Mr. Yushchenko is among the biggest was the presentation of the Ukrainian (Continued on page 17) nesses. “It’s no question the strategy is proponents of the imperative mandate and based his April 2 decree dismissing the Verkhovna Rada on that very principle. Meanwhile, the Sobor Ukrainian Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the U.S.A. holds 18th Regular Sobor Republican Party led by Anatolii Matviyenko released a statement on SOUTH BOUND BROOK, N.J. – October 25 criticizing coalition leaders for The 18th Regular Sobor of the Ukrainian conducting negotiations and drafting the Orthodox Church of the U.S.A. con- coalition agreement in an opaque and vened on Wednesday, October 3, with “under the carpet” manner. the celebration of divine liturgy in St. The party’s leaders called for a round- Andrew Memorial Church. Metropolitan table meeting to include all 12 parties that Constantine was principal celebrant of comprise the Tymoshenko and Our Ukraine the liturgy with Metropolitan John and – People’s Self-Defense blocs. Archbishop Yurij, both from Canada, “The Sobor Ukrainian Republican Party concelebrating along with Archbishop is guarding against attempts to push Antony. Clergy from all over the United through a giant package of poorly prepared States assisted. bills that don’t entirely conform to the Because of serious illness and hospi- Constitution,” the statement said. “Under talization, Archbishop Vsevolod was no conditions will our deputies vote for unable to attend the Sobor, but prayers laws with doubtful constitutionality.” were offered during every liturgical serv- Specifically, the party is against any ice during the Sobor. reforms moving toward Ukraine’s federal- A highlight of the divine liturgy was ization that would enable oblasts to create the elevation of Hieromonk Daniel their own unique laws. (Zelinsky) to the rank of archimandrite While tensions within Our Ukraine are during the entrance with the Gospel. bubbling, the president and his inner circle Following brunch, the clergy and lay have given hints that they aren’t particularly delegates, alternate and guest partici- desperate to please Ms. Tymoshenko and pants of the Sobor gathered in the rotun- her entourage. Bishop-elect Daniel (left) with Bishop Andriy of London and Western Europe, da and library of the Consistory building On October 23 Mr. Yushchenko replaced Archbishop Antony of Washington and New York, Metropolitan to prepare for the procession, with the two oblast state administration chairs, in Constantine (primate of the UOC of the U.S.A.) and Archbishop Yurij of Toronto. icon of the Pochayiv Mother of God, into Ternopil and Ivano-Frankivsk, without con- the Sobor meeting room in the Ukrainian sulting or reaching any agreement with the Cultural Center. ceding three years. growth of mission parishes in this coun- Tymoshenko Bloc, his would-be coalition During his “state of the Church” He pointed to manifestations of the try; the presence in parishes of laity and partner. remarks, Metropolitan Constantine Light of Christ in the contemporary life clergy; and the priestly vocation program Ms. Tymoshenko had stated her wish to defined the Sobor theme – “The Light of of the UOC-U.S.A., singling out All that guided 13 seminarians through the appoint a select number of oblast state Christ Illumines All” – and the extent to Saints Camp in Emlenton, Pa.; the care portals of St. Sophia (Holy Wisdom) administration chairs, which oversee the which that Light has illumined every provided to orphans in Ukraine through aspect of the Church’s life over the pre- mission teams; the establishment and (Continued on page 8) (Continued on page 17) 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43 ANALYSIS NEWSBRIEFSNEWSBRIEFS

Ukraine’s Orange Revolution allies Rada may convene in early November Yushchenko appealed to heads of Churches in Ukraine to join the com- now have a crucial second chance KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko memorative events. He also stressed that told journalists in Kharkiv on October 23 memorial plaques and monuments that he wants the planned coalition of the should be inaugurated throughout by Jan Maksymiuk name. It does, however, clearly stipulate Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc and the Our RFE/RL Newsline that neither the Party of the Regions nor Ukraine to commemorate the Famine- Ukraine – People’s Self-Defense bloc to Genocide’s victims. Mr. Yushchenko also October 22 the Communist Party can be considered as propose a “qualitatively new policy of a potential coalition partner, thus narrow- stressed the necessity to draft regional Now that President Viktor Yushchenko relations” with the opposition after they books of memory to form the National ing the field to only the Volodymyr Lytvyn form a new government, Ukrainian has confirmed that he wants the Yulia Bloc, which has 20 lawmakers in the 450- Book of Memory. Local authorities Tymoshenko Bloc (YTB) and the Our media reported, quoting the presidential should do their best to prepare full regis- seat Verkhovna Rada. press service. “I proceed from the Ukraine – People’s Self-Defense (OU- The overwhelming feeling of déjà vu ters of documentary sources on the PSD) bloc to form a ruling coalition, the assumption that the new Parliament will Holodomor, he added. (Ukrinform) that Ukraine observers may experience inaugurate its work in the first part of two Orange Revolution allies may have a upon hearing such news is quite under- second chance to deliver on the promises November, when it will form a democrat- 2008 – year of memory standable. A similar, if somewhat shorter, ic coalition and constructive relations they solemnly made in 2004 and disap- coalition document was preliminarily KYIV – 2008 will be declared the year pointingly failed to meet. between the majority and the minority,” signed by the YTB and Our Ukraine Mr. Yushchenko said. It is not clear when of memory for the victims of the 1932- But while Mr. Yushchenko and Yulia 1933 Holodomor, President Viktor immediately after the March 2006 elec- the new Verkhovna Rada, elected on Tymoshenko have already shown some Yushchenko told a sitting of the coordi- tions. At that time, the desired third coali- September 30, will be inaugurated. Its public signs of unity – most recently in nating council on the 75th anniversary of tion partner was the Socialist Party, which opening appears to be contingent on a Lisbon on October 18, where both the Holodomor. The president expressed this year failed to win parliamentary seats. decision of the Higher Administrative espoused the virtues of European values surprise that only 44 monuments to vic- After four months of futile coalition Court, which is currently reviewing com- during a congress of the European tims of the Holodomor have been inau- talks in 2006, the Socialists switched sides plaints from five political parties against People’s Party – the question remains as to gurated in the Kharkiv region, since as and formed a ruling majority with the the official election results announced by whether they have overcome their past dif- many as 2 million people died in that Party of the Regions (PRU) and the the Central Election Commission. ferences sufficiently to run a new govern- region of starvation during the Famine- Communists. President Yushchenko had (RFE/RL Newsline) ment. no choice in August 2006 but to designate Genocide. Mr. Yushchenko said that After President Yushchenko backed the Viktor Yanukovych, his bitter political President remembers Holodomor within a year memorial complexes will pairing on October 17, Ms. Tymoshenko rival, as prime minister. be built in Kyiv and Kharkiv, and the KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko, and Viacheslav Kyrylenko, a leader of the Could such a situation repeat itself this first museum of victims of the while on a visit to the Kharkiv region, pro-Yushchenko OU-PSD, presented the year? Could the OU-PSD bloc eventually Holodomor will open in Kyiv. He also laid flowers at the monument to 1932- coalition deal they initialed on October 15. abandon Ms. Tymoshenko and form a thanked the Security Service of Ukraine 1933 Holodomor victims in the village of The entire 105-page document was subse- “broad” coalition with the PRU, thus unit- for declassifying files on the Holodomor. quently published on the Internet. Pokotylivka. He stressed that historical ing the west and the east of Ukraine politi- (Ukrinform) The most important provisions of the truth should be restored about all the cally, if not ideologically or emotionally? deal state that Ms. Tymoshenko is to be famines Ukraine has survived. The presi- President for Holodomor-denial law Such a turn of events cannot be ruled out. proposed as prime minister, while the OU- dent also stressed that the Holodomor Ms. Tymoshenko, for whom the KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko PSD bloc will nominate a candidate for the should be kept in the memory of every regained post of prime minister could be a will initiate a law on criminal responsi- post of Verkhovna Rada chairman. Cabinet citizen and should be recalled in every much-coveted springboard for launching a bility for denying the 1932-1933 portfolios are to be distributed on a 50-50 village. He urged Ukrainians not to be presidential bid in 2009, has already made Holodomor in Ukraine. Speaking at a basis between the two blocs. indifferent to the Famine-Genocide as its many compromises in order to ensure press conference in Kharkiv, he said, The deal makes room for a third “demo- 75th anniversary is commemorated. The President Yushchenko’s support for her “We all have much to do with the cratically oriented” participant in the coali- Day of Remembrance of Holodomor attempt to lead the government once again. Holodomor. The death toll was 10 mil- tion, although it does not mention it by Victims is marked annually on the fourth lion people, notably, Ukrainians, Russia, To begin with, she agreed to give the Saturday of November. (Ukrinform) OU-PSD bloc half of the Cabinet portfo- Jews, Greeks and Bulgarians, residing in Jan Maksymiuk is the Belarus and lios, although her party won 156 parlia- “Light a candle” for Holodomor Ukraine. We should renew these memo- Ukraine specialist on the staff of RFE/RL ries and respect them,” the president said. Newsline. (Continued on page 22) KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko (Ukrinform) said that Ukraine will join the world action “Light a Candle” on November 24 Yekhanurov on coalition deal in memory of the victims of the KYIV – Former Ukrainian Prime New Orange coalition in the making Holodomor and political repression. The Minister Yurii Yekhanurov, who won a president in Kharkiv was speaking at a parliamentary seat on the ticket of the sitting of the coordinating council on the by Pavel Korduban insists that her first Cabinet was success- 75th anniversary of the Holodomor. Mr. (Continued on page 14) Eurasia Daily Monitor ful and stresses that her team fought cor- October 17 ruption seriously. In early October President The blocs of Our Ukraine – People’s Yushchenko suggested that the PRU FOUNDED 1933 Self-Defense (OU-PSD) and Yulia should take part in coalition talks. 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Ms. Tymoshenko also said hold this slim majority together. The that the YTB and OU-PSD had agreed to The Ukrainian Weekly, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43, Vol. LXXV Party of the Regions (PRU) of the incum- push for the early ouster of the unpopular Copyright © 2007 The Ukrainian Weekly bent prime minister, Viktor Yanukovych, mayor of Kyiv, Leonid Chernovetskyi. According to the constitutional hopes the Orange majority will be short- amendments passed in 2004, the presi- lived. dent picks the ministers of defense and ADMINISTRATION OF THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY AND SVOBODA Ms. Tymoshenko was prime minister foreign affairs. By also appointing the from February to September 2005. Her internal affairs minister, Mr. Yushchenko Cabinet collapsed amid mutual accusa- Walter Honcharyk, administrator (973) 292-9800, ext. 3041 will secure control over the entire “power e-mail: [email protected] tions of corruption among several groups bloc” in the Cabinet. Maria Oscislawski, advertising manager (973) 292-9800, ext. 3040 on the Orange team. Her opponents note As to the law on the Cabinet, President e-mail: [email protected] that economic growth slowed during her Yushchenko is unhappy with the current Mariyka Pendzola, subscriptions (973) 292-9800, ext. 3042 tenure, and that she mishandled privati- e-mail: [email protected] zation. Ms. Tymoshenko, however, (Continued on page 9) No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 3 Steps toward recognition of UPA draw praise and condemnation by Zenon Zawada Ukraine, namely four attacks on rabbis in Kyiv Press Bureau recent weeks that went unpunished, as well as “the Ukrainian government congratulat- KYIV – Ukrainian President Viktor ing Nazi collaborators last Sunday,” a direct Yushchenko’s unprecedented steps toward reference to Kyiv commemorations of the recognizing the sacrifice of Ukrainian 65th anniversary of the UPA’s formation. Insurgent Army (UPA) veterans reverberat- The Federation of Russian Jewish ed sharply throughout Ukraine and interna- Communities released a statement on tionally, drawing praise and condemnation October 19 condemning the president’s alike. decision to grant Gen. Shukhevych the The staunchest criticism came from Hero of Ukraine award. “This is a provoca- Russian Federation President Vladimir tive act which promotes the rehabilitation Putin, who directly attacked Estonians, of Nazi crimes against humanity and insults Latvians and Ukrainians for what he the memory of the victims of these crimes,” deemed as their efforts to re-write history the statement said. and honor Nazi German collaborators. As commander of the Nachtigall battal- “Certain political forces in Ukraine are ion, Gen. Shukhevych led the massacre of trying to white-wash members of the Jews when the Nazis conquered Lviv in Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists June 1941, the statement alleged. Contrary (OUN) and the Ukrainian Insurgent Army notions only strengthen the arguments of (UPA) who are guilty of mass extermina- historical revisionists, the statement added. tion of Jews in Ukraine,” Mr. Putin charged “Throughout a whole series of European on October 10 before a gathering of the Victor Glasko countries, extremist forces are rising that European Jewish Congress in Moscow. “I want to rehabilitate Nazi ideology,” the believe that is absolutely unacceptable.” Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) veterans hold a rushnyk (ritual cloth) at the UPA’s 65th anniversary commemorations in Kyiv. statement said. “In such conditions, honor- On October 12 Mr. Yushchenko became ing a man who collaborated with the Nazis the first Ukrainian president to issue a and bears guilt in genocide can’t not lead to decree recognizing the Feast Day of the For more than four decades, Soviet prop- of 300 soldiers. “They physically couldn’t activating such forces.” Protection of the Mother of God, October aganda falsely inculcated in the minds of its carry out everything they’re accused of,” The accusations made by the Federation 14, as the holiday of the UPA’s founding. citizens that the UPA was a Nazi-collabo- Mr. Posivnych said. of Russian Jewish Communists are all false, He authorized local governments to plan rating army. Weeks after the Nazis imprisoned Mr. Posivnych said. commemorative events, honor veterans Much of the controversy surrounding the Yaroslav Stetsko and Stepan Bandera for The UPA began emerging in 1942 and with awards and provide for education UPA stems from Gen. Shukhevych’s earlier declaring Ukrainian independence on June was officially recognized at the OUN’s campaigns about the UPA, among other involvement with the Nachtigall battalion 30, 1941, Nachtigall was disbanded. Later, Third Extraordinary Grand Assembly in measures. for several months in 1941. The battalion when Ukrainian officers in German-allied August 1943. By November 1943, Gen. At the evening commemoration held on was formed in conjunction with middle- units were being arrested, Shukhevych Shukhevych was appointed commander-in- October 14 in the Ukrayina National Arts ranked German officers, largely to gain escaped and joined the UPA. chief of the UPA, whose founding charter Palace, Mr. Yushchenko awarded a posthu- their military insights and expertise in the A week after Mr. Putin’s statement, clearly stated it opposed any racial or reli- mous Hero of Ukraine award to UPA fight against the Soviet Red Army, said gious persecution. Commander-in-Chief Roman Shukhevych, Mykola Posivnych, president of the Litopys European Jewish Congress President Moshe Kantor, a Russian chemical mag- Gen. Shukhevych’s soldiers – both those which was accepted by his son, Yurii UPA (UPA Chronicle) Charity Fund in in Nachtigall and those in the UPA – never Shukhevych. Lviv. Shukhevych was the battalion’s top nate, canceled a planned visit to Kyiv to accept a posthumous Hero of Ukraine imprisoned or executed any Jewish civil- The most prominent Ukrainian histori- OUN liaison officer. ians, Mr. Posivnych said. award on behalf of Anatolii Shapiro, a Red ans have conclusively determined that the Nachtigall soldiers were not part of the Opinions are more diverse among the Army officer who helped liberate UPA was formed to fight the Nazi German German army, wore their own uniforms and Jewish community in Ukraine, which dis- occupation of Ukraine, as well as the Soviet swore an oath to Ukraine, he said. Auschwitz. Red Army and Polish occupiers. Furthermore, the entire battalion consisted Mr. Kantor cited rising anti-Semitism in (Continued on page 16) Vandals damage national symbols Resolution introduced to congratulate located on Ukraine’s highest peak Ukraine on free and fair elections Ukrinform bers Leonid Saviv, a Ukrainian citizen WASHINGTON – Rep. Alcee Hastings Mission [led by the OSCE] observers currently residing in Moscow, and (D-Fla.), chairman of the Commission on assessed the voting process as good or KYIV – Vandals in mid-October dam- Aleksandr Bovdunov and Valeriy Security and Cooperation in Europe very good in 98 percent of the nearly aged Ukrainian national symbols located Mantrov, both Russians. (Helsinki Commission) on October 4 3,000 polling stations visited, notwith- atop Mount Hoverlia, Ukraine’s highest The suspects, who arrived in Ukraine introduced House Resolution 713, “con- standing some shortcomings, notably with peak, located in the Carpathian on October 12, climbed Mount Hoverlia. gratulating the Ukrainian people for the respect to the quality of voter lists; Mountains in the Ivano-Frankivsk There they pretended to saw the Ukrainian holding of free, fair, open and transparent “Whereas the vote count was assessed Oblast. trident and painted an EUY emblem on parliamentary elections on September 30.” as good or very good in 94 percent of the The Security Service of Ukraine the monument to the Constitution of The resolution noted that the elections International Election Observation (SBU) has established that the chief sus- Ukraine. When they returned home, they were held “in a peaceful manner consis- Mission reports; … pects are three young men, two Russians posted a cell phone recording of the act on tent with Ukraine’s democratic values and “Whereas the United States Congress and one Ukrainian living in Moscow, the EUY website on October 18. The national interest, in keeping with its com- has consistently demonstrated strong who are members of the Eurasian Union EUY claimed responsibility for the act of mitments as a participating state of the bipartisan support for an independent, of Youth (EUY), an organization that is vandalism and declared that it had Organization for Security and Cooperation democratic Ukraine: Now, therefore, be it banned in Ukraine, said Valentyn renamed the peak Mount Stalin. in Europe” (OSCE). In addition, it “Resolved, that the House of Nalyvaichenko, chief of the SBU, at a The SBU has handed over evidence to expresses congressional support for Representatives – press briefing on October 20 in Kyiv. the Procurator General’s Office and Ukraine. “(1) congratulates the people of Mr. Nalyvaichenko said the act was informed the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Thus far, the resolution’s co-sponsors Ukraine for holding free, fair, open and apparently masterminded by EUY lead- Ukraine about the incident. Foreign are: Steny H. Hoyer (D-Md.), Christopher transparent parliamentary elections on ers Pavel Zarifulin and Aleksandr Dugin, Affairs Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk said H. Smith (R-N.J.), Louise McIntosh September 30, 2007, in a peaceful manner who were denied entry to Ukraine in on October 19 that the ministry will Slaughter (D-N.Y.), Joseph R. Pitts (R- consistent with Ukraine’s democratic val- June 2006. That prohibition was lifted apply drastic measures if indeed the Pa.), Robert B. Aderholt (R-Ala.), G.K. ues and national interest, in keeping earlier this year under a Ukrainian- Russian-based Eurasian Union of Youth Butterfield (D-N.C.), Hilda L. Solis (D- OSCE standards on democratic elections; Russian agreement on eliminating entry is responsible for vandalism. It was later Calif.), Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio), Donald “(2) welcomes the strong relationship formed between the United States and bans placed on nationals of both coun- announced that criminal proceedings had M. Payne (D-N.J.), Carolyn C. Kilpatrick Ukraine since the restoration of Ukraine’s tries, reported RFE/RL. In the wake of been instituted against the organization. (D-Mich.), Doris O. Matsui (D-Calif.), independence in 1991 and especially fol- the incident at Mount Hoverlia, the SBU The SBU has requested the assistance Gwen Moore (D-Wis.), Sander Levin (D- lowing the 2004 Orange Revolution; has again imposed an entry ban on the of the Russian Federal Security Service Mich.), Corinne Brown (D-Fla.), Allyson “(3) expresses strong and continuing two men. in apprehending the vandals, said the Schwartz (D-Pa.), Robert Wexler (D-Fla.), support for the efforts of the Ukrainian The Eurasian Union of Youth is a SBU’s press secretary, Maryna Lincoln Diaz-Balart (R-Fla.), Gregory people to build upon the democratic gains Russian youth organization established in Ostapenko. She added that thus far 71 Meeks (D-N.Y.) and Jim Gerlach (R-Pa.). of the Orange Revolution by strengthen- Excerpts of the resolution, which was 2005 as an entity of the International people had been interrogated in connec- ing respect for human rights and the rule Eurasian Movement headed by Mr. tion with the case. referred to the Committee on Foreign of law, including an independent judici- Dugin. The national symbols and the monu- Affairs, follow. ary; Mr. Nalyvaichenko said the SBU has ment to the Constitution of Ukraine atop “…Whereas voting was conducted in “(4) recognizes that the consolidation established the identity of the vandals. Mount Hoverlia have been restored, an orderly and transparent manner and They are Eurasian Union of Youth mem- according to the SBU. International Election Observation (Continued on page 17) 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43 OBITUARY: Father Pavlo Hayda, 42, of Chicago CHICAGO – Funeral services were On March 29, 1992, Pavlo Hayda was School of New Learning, Chicago. He held on Friday and Saturday, September ordained by Major Archbishop Myroslav continued to teach on the parish level. 7-8, for Father Pavlo Hayda at St. Joseph Ivan Lubachivsky in St. George Never one to be lulled by the status quo, the Betrothed Ukrainian Catholic Church Cathedral in Lviv, where 75 years earlier he answered challenges – and issued in Chicago. Father Hayda, 42, was fatal- his grandfather, Father Jaroslav challenges – in the quest for ever-deep- ly injured on September 4 in a collision Kniahynyckyj, had been ordained by ening Christian commitment for himself between his bicycle and an SUV exiting Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky. and for others. an apartment complex. Father Hayda’s first parish assignment Father Hayda was a member of the The first part of a funeral for a priest was St. Paraskevia in Kalynivka, Presbyteral Council of the eparchy and was celebrated on Friday evening by Ukraine. After a brief tenure, Father one of the College of Consultors. He Bishop Richard Seminack and 30 other Hayda returned to the United States, helped organize eparchial conferences priests. A homily was delivered by accepting an assignment to St. Josaphat and clergy retreats. It was at these Bishop Nicholas Samra of the Melkite Parish, Munster, Ind. By July 1995 he retreats that his prior experience in Church. moved again, this time to St. Joseph singing in numerous choirs was evident. Following the divine liturgy for the Parish in Chicago, where he remained He was instrumental in arranging the Nativity of the Mother of God on until his death. liturgical services at these annual meet- Saturday, the second part of a funeral for Father Hayda was a man whose physi- ings, often leading his brothers in the a priest was conducted, again with about cal stature only hinted at the immense clergy in singing the responses. two dozen priests celebrating. An esti- spirit that propelled him. His work and His efforts in the parish were also mated 2,000 people filled the church, influence went beyond any limit. He spent in revitalizing the Ss. Cyril and many traveling cross-country and from served his family, his parish, his eparchy Methodius Youth Group. He oversaw the beyond the borders of the state, country, and the community at large – constantly improvement of the physical properties continent and hemisphere – from all over seeking ways to make known to all the of the parish: the interior of the building the United States and Canada, as well as riches of the Ukrainian Church and its has been completed to express the icono- Australia – to be present. Burial was at tradition. graphic reality of the Church; the exteri- St. Nicholas Cemetery. He taught. He prepared numerous pew Pavlo Denys Hayda was born on booklets for all the liturgical services in or of the domes was redone to reflect the October 22, 1964, in Battle Creek, the parish. With bilingual presentations, sublime nature of the building over Mich., the fourth son of Ihor and Roma including transliterations of the Cyrillic which they sit. Hayda; his older brothers are Borys, Father Pavlo Hayda during a liturgy alphabet and concise annotation, an Besides his wife, children Julian, Marko and Roman. celebrated at the International Plast explanation of every prayer, action and Zachary, Elias and Dmytryj, parents and In his youth he was active in the Jamboree that was held in Canada in purpose was available to parishioner and brothers, he is survived by many nieces Ukrainian community as a member of August. visitor alike. and nephews and other relatives. Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization. He taught. Even outside the confines He completed elementary school and of arts in philosophy. Subsequently he of parochial work he was involved in The article above is reprinted from the Fairfield College Preparatory High School entered the St. Sophia Seminary for education. Through his efforts the parish September 23 issue of The New Star, the in Easton, Conn. In the summer of 1982, Priestly Formation and began his mas- hosts a webpage that is an instrument for newspaper of St. Nicholas Ukrainian following graduation, he attended ter’s degree studies at the Catholic informing worldwide readers. He spoke Catholic Eparchy in Chicago. Harvard, studying Ukrainian and prepar- Theological Union in Chicago. It was at conventions of clergy and laity. He, ing for college studies in engineering. during this time he met Christine with his wife, was instrumental in * * * However, reflecting on his 700-year- Kopystynsky, who would later become arranging the Encounter of Eastern old family tradition of priestly ministry, his wife. Catholic Bishops of Canada and the Memorial donations may be sent to: he decided to pursue the priesthood. He After meeting with Archbishop United States last October and Hayda Education Fund, Account enrolled that fall semester in St. Basil’s Volodymyr Sterniuk, who was visiting November. No.108000, c/o Self Reliance Ukrainian College Seminary in Stamford, Conn., Chicago, he and his wife accepted an He taught. He was a member of the Federal Credit Union, 5000 N. completing requirements for a bachelor invitation to live and work in Ukraine. visiting faculty at DePaul University’s Cumberland Ave., Chicago, IL 60656. Holocaust survivor praises Sheptytsky and Greek-Catholic leaders by Matthew Matuszak of Lviv, “but the nuns there were afraid to have a Jewish child. I got sick and LVIV – Metropolitan Andrey they couldn’t call a doctor,” he said. Sheptytsky, head of the Ukrainian Greek- He was taken to the monastery of the Catholic Church from 1901 to 1944, and Studite order in Univ, Lviv Region, his brother, Archimandrite (Abbot) sometime after Christmas, and he and Klymentii Sheptytsky, head of the two other Jewish boys lived at the Studite order, had “moral and emotional orphanage run by the Studites there. One courage.” So said Dr. Leon Chameides, a of the boys was Adam Daniel Rotfeld, Jewish cardiologist from the U.S. who who became foreign minister of Poland, survived World War II thanks to the two the other was Oded Amarant, who Sheptytskys. Dr. Chameides spoke on became a textile engineer in Israel. Many October 12 in Lviv to a group of stu- dents, staff and visitors at the Ukrainian years later Dr. Chameides found out that Catholic University. Roald Hoffman, now a professor at Dr. Chameides recounted how on Cornell University, also had been hidden August 14, 1942, Rabbi David Kahane as a child in Univ, at the schoolmaster’s and his own father, also a rabbi, house. Dr. Chameides’ brother, sent to approached Metropolitan Andrey and another monastery, also survived the war asked him to hide 1,000 Torah scrolls and is now living in Australia. they had collected. At the end of the dis- “I remember Univ with pleasure, the cussion, the metropolitan asked if he surroundings, fields, a self-sufficient could help the rabbis and their families. farm,” said Dr. Chameides. He amused The possibility of hiding their children his listeners recounting how he “had came up. Dr. Chameides said that the never seen a cow in my life” and was Holocaust survivor Dr. Leon Chameides tells students and staff of the Ukrainian metropolitan “was hesitant to hide boys, asked to put some hay in a barn and Catholic University how Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky saved his life. for they would be obvious because of found out “My God, this huge animal was there.” He somehow managed to get their circumcision.” But, after consulting Soviet Army, Dr. Chameides said he was Metropolitan Sheptytsky named a right- around the cow and to go up and down a with Klymentii, Metropolitan Andrey sent to Lviv, where he was adopted by a eous gentile by Yad Vashem,” said Dr. ladder, which also he had never done agreed to help. Chameides. Yad Vashem, Israel’s before. Jewish woman who had lost all her fami- In September or October Dr. Holocaust memorial, honors non-Jews By 1944 “there was not much food left ly in the war. (Dr. Chameides’ parents Chameides recalled, that he, then 7 years who, at a danger to their own lives, res- and we heard shooting all around us,” also did not survive the war.) Eventually old, and his older brother, Zwi Barnea, cued Jews during the Holocaust. So far, were hidden in a truck that took them to recalled Dr. Chameides. The Germans he went to Poland and England before settling in America in 1949. those efforts have been unsuccessful. But St. George Cathedral, where they briefly were retreating. The wounded were Archimandrite Klymentii, who died in a met the metropolitan, who was “in a brought to Univ and he became a helper. The two Sheptytskys and “generally all the brothers of the Studite order were Soviet prison in 1951, was declared a wheelchair and partially covered with a “My job was to wash the bandages,” he “righteous gentile” by Yad Vashem in a few shining lights that helped us in blanket.” Soon they were sent outside said. When someone died, he washed 1996. He was beatified by Pope John those dark times,” recalled Dr. Lviv to be hidden. bandages in order to use them again, Paul II during his visit to Lviv in 2001. Dr. Chameides said he stayed briefly because there was a great shortage. Chameides. at a monastery in Briukhovychi, a suburb Later in 1944, with the approach of the “We have worked very hard to get (Continued on page 22) No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 5

THE UKRAINIAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FORUM Soyuzivka update: it’s an exciting time… Young UNA’ers by Roma Lisovich to count to 10 in Ukrainian. UNA Treasurer At one point in time this summer, with three diverse camps operating simultane- The summer season has now come to a ously, Soyuzivka was accommodating close at Soyuzivka. It was a wonderfully over 350 children. It was a logistical feat busy summer as we began to see the tran- to feed them all, and our staff handled it sition to a heritage foundation take front remarkably well. We will continue to and center stage. With a renewed focus on work on plans on how to accommodate the creation of a true, community-based these increasing numbers for the next sea- educational and cultural center for all son as we expect attendance to be even North Americans of Ukrainian descent, greater. Many more programs are being we worked diligently on the development planned for the next season. Our valued and expansion of programs that will meet partners – the Roma Pryma Bohachevsky our mission: the creation of a center – a Ukrainian Dance Workshop and Ukrainian hub of Ukrainian American culture in the Dance Camps, the Sitch Sports Camp, and United States. Plast’s “Tabir Ptashat” day camp – are all Soyuzivka, since its inception in 1952, returning and new camp venues will be has served as an important meeting place added. For example, as an outgrowth of for Americans of Ukrainian descent, but it the UNA-sponsored workshops specifical- also provided a venue that allowed ly designed for adoptees from Ukraine Ukrainian Americans to share and pre- and their American parents, Soyuzivka Brighton Katharine, Kiana Grace and serve their rich culture with their children, has plans for a special heritage camp just Sadie Graysen Boggs, daughter of Alexander Thomas Brown, children of grandchildren and the general public. In for these special children. Our second Josh and Niki (Krysalka) Boggs of Tom and Brandi (Krysalka) Brown of the future, Soyuzivka will continue to be a Ukrainian Cultural Festival, which prom- Woodstock, Ga., is a new member of Wentzville, Mo., are new members of place where pride in one’s culture is fos- ises to be better and bigger than 2007, is UNA Branch 53. She was enrolled by UNA Branch 53. They were enrolled tered, cultivated and showcased. In order already being worked on and will be held her great-grandparents the Rev. by their great-grandparents the Rev. to preserve this cultural treasure in perpe- on July 11-13, 2008. Please mark your Stephen and Juanita Krysalka. Stephen and Juanita Krysalka. tuity, it was necessary to modify the way calendars. we operate in order to adapt to changing Partnering with other Ukrainian organi- times. This is challenging, but provides us zations is key to making our foundation a with an exciting opportunity. success. We all share the same mission, As we restructure Soyuzivka, all of us and certainly will be working closely with are enthusiastic about these development our partners to provide them the facilities plans and are looking forward to sharing they need to advance their own programs. them with you over the coming months. Our mission is to serve the community. The plans, as many of you heard through- Over the course of the next few out the summer, include the renovation of months, we will share with you the large- existing buildings, new structures, a new scale development plans for Soyuzivka as housing component, the creation of a park each project phase is tackled. The end preserve from the forested lands adjoining result, we believe, will be a four-season Minnewaska State Park and the transfor- facility that is self-sustaining and commu- mation of the current operating entity to a nity-based. We remain committed to this non-profit community-based foundation. goal and invite you to become part of this We are excited about these changes. effort. This summer, the fruits of our labors In order to facilitate implementation of were evident as new camp programs were these project plans, Soyuzivka, as in years added, workshops and seminar offerings prior, will be closed during the off-season. expanded and our first-ever, very success- Right after the last public event scheduled ful Ukrainian Film and Cultural Festival for November 10-11, 2007, Soyuzivka will took place. We were thrilled with the high be closing. It will reopen in the spring of Roman Marko Mazurets, son of Mark level of activity Soyuzivka generated this 2008. Time is needed to complete the tasks Alexander Juzeniw, son of Roman and and Natalka Mazurets of Madison, N.J., summer and expect next summer to be we have delineated. There are a number of Marta Juzeniw of Princeton Junction, is a new member of UNA Branch 130. another banner year. important capital improvement projects N.J., is a new member of UNA Branch He was enrolled by his grandparents Concentrating on our foundation’s mis- that will commence immediately after the 194. He was enrolled by his parents. Anna and Myron Barankewicz. sion to preserve our rich heritage, seasonal closing. Soyuzivka-sponsored camps offered a The first much-needed renovation proj- renewed focus on the cultural enrichment ect is Veselka – Soyuzivka’s main activity aspect of the camp experience. Even the center. This is an integral part of our cen- youngest of campers tackled the creation ter. It is where zabavy (dances) are held, of a Ukrainian ceramic piece with enthusi- where the dance campers practice, where asm and made their own topirets (Hutsul enchanting weddings, cultural programs walking stick) as part of this new innova- Do you have a tive program. All this while learning how (Continued on page 17) potential young UNA’er in your UNA supports young election observers family? PARSIPPANY, N.J. – The Ukrainian Michael Dockhorn and Katrina Durbak. National Foundation – the charitable arm Each of these observers, who were of the Ukrainian National Association – part of the election monitoring team Call the UNA Home applauded the young Ukrainian organized by the Ukrainian Congress Americans who traveled to Ukraine to Committee of America, received a letter Office, 973-292-9800, serve as election observers during the from the UNA, signed by Treasurer September 30 pre-term parliamentary Roma Lisovich, which noted, in part: to find out how to elections. “The Ukrainian National Association Inc. enroll. The UNA, through its foundation, applauds your efforts to be actively donated stipends of $500 to help cover the involved in the nation-building process Alexander Roman Watson, son of Lana travel expenses of the five young UNA of Ukraine, a fledgling democracy. Your and Mark Watson of Gillette, N.J., is a members who volunteered as election participation promotes the ideals every new member of UNA Branch 172. He observers. They were: Daniel Koziupa, American holds dear – democratic, free was enrolled by his grandparents Ksenya Hentisz, Markian Hadzewycz, and fair elections.” Bohdan and Romana J. Fedasiuk.

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NEWS AND VIEWS THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY USAID’s bizarre policies The soul of Ukraine Just this week we had the opportunity to attend a concert of the Ukrainian and Ukrainian Americans Bandurist Chorus – part of the ensemble’s current tour of the United States and by Orest Dubno record and have provided CCRF with Canada called “Bandura: The Soul of Ukraine.” It was a remarkable experience generous grants since 1995. Despite that left the capacity audience uplifted, enriched, inspired and awed by the I can’t say that I was entirely surprised numerous proposals, however, USAID Ukrainian legacy of ultimate triumph over adversity. to learn that the U.S. Agency for has never given another penny in aid to The chorus sang of noble and fearless Kozak leaders; of serfdom; of the International Development (USAID) CCRF, today known as the Children of Holodomor – the Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933; of the necessity of saving plans to suspend funding for the U.S.- Chornobyl Relief and Development Fund Ukrainian song, language and culture; of love … And the sounds of the bandura Ukraine Foundation. Throughout 16 years (CCRDF). conveyed the sounds of Ukraine’s steppes and its dances. Led by its conductor of Ukrainian independence, USAID has The agency’s decision to select one and artistic director, Oleh Mahlay, the Bandurist Chorus also performed the been remarkably tight-fisted, if not dis- bidder over another may have very little to American spiritual hymn “Amazing Grace” and the beloved paean to their adopt- criminatory in its reluctance to provide do with merit, track record, cost efficiency ed country, “America the Beautiful.” funding for qualified Ukrainian communi- or measurable results. In dealing with The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus tour, which began in Detroit, its home base, ty-based organizations. Ukrainian community-based organiza- on October 19, and concludes in Toronto on October 28, is being held to com- Its preference for the so-called “belt- tions, USAID has behaved as if these memorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Hryhory Kytasty, the chorus’s way bandits” – colorless and dispassion- virtues are somehow irrelevant or detri- renowned conductor, who passed away in 1984. Kytasty was known also as a ate behemoths that flaunt large staffs and mental to its mission. For example, in bandurist, composer, educator and international promoter of bandura artistry. oversized overhead budgets but show lit- 1997 Congress called on USAID to pro- (Several of his exceptional compositions are being performed during the current tle commitment to the countries where vide funding for thyroid cancer treatment tour.) Their longest serving conductor, he is revered by chorus members. they work – is legendary. and mental health programs for This unique ensemble was formed back in 1918 in Ukraine, at the time of What makes the U.S.-Ukraine Chornobyl children in Ukraine. CCRF independent Ukrainian statehood. In the 1920s the chorus developed into a pro- Foundation unique is that it has broken applied for a multi-year grant to USAID. fessional touring troupe. However, during the 1930s and 1940s the chorus was through past barriers to federal funding The agency admitted that CCRF had a exploited and persecuted, first by the Soviet authorities and later by the Nazis. It and it has maintained a good relationship “very strong” proposal with extraordinary was thanks to the Allies that Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus members were able to with USAID for many years. Against all partners, including renowned international emigrate to the United States as refugees in 1949. odds, it has persuaded the bureaucrats in experts Dr. Simeon Gluzman and Dr. Here in the United States, the chorus was reborn. It undertook its first tour in Washington that knowledge of Ukrainian Evelyn Bronet. But it awarded the funds 1950. More tours of North America followed in the 1950s and 1960s, with the culture and language, and an understand- instead to Medical Services Corporation chorus reaching out to diverse Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian audiences, acquaint- ing of historical and political nuances International – an agency with no experi- ing countless listeners with not only the beauty of Ukrainian music, but also the might actually be an asset when working ence in Ukraine, no experience in treating spirit of the Ukrainian nation. Its first tour of Europe was in 1958, with the cho- in Ukraine. children’s cancer, and no commitment to rus performing over a two-month period in Belgium, England, France, Germany, Perhaps I’m biased, or perhaps I write combat radiation health effects until it the Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland. A tour of Australia came in 1980. Thus, from bitter experience. Between 1993 and caught wind of millions of dollars that these musicians and singers became true ambassadors of Ukraine. 2001, I served on the board of directors of might be available. MSCI spent more than And then, in the 1990s – first in 1991 and then again in 1994 – the chorus tri- the Children of Chornobyl Relief Fund – a year and more than $1 million in taxpay- umphantly returned to its roots: Ukraine. Indeed, in 1992 the Cabinet of four of those years as chairman. In 1994 er dollars on “fact-finding” and reinvent- Ministers of Ukraine awarded the Taras Shevchenko State Prize, the highest CCRF received its first and only USAID ing the wheel before it examined its first award for artistic achievement, to the ensemble. Another tour of Ukraine came in grant for $350,000. Through the tremen- children for thyroid cancer. 2001, on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the country’s re-established dous efforts of our small staff and many CCRDF is by no means the only independence. And the worldwide tours that give voice to the Ukrainian people dedicated volunteers, the fund leveraged Ukrainian American organization given continue. these monies to secure over $5.5 million short shrift by USAID’s strange funding The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus is a Ukrainian national treasure. The power worth of cancer medication, medical practices. The North American Federation of its performances and Ukraine’s national instrument, the bandura, is unmistak- equipment and physician-training pro- of Ukrainian Credit Unions has developed able. As chorus members pay tribute to their beloved Hryhory Kytasty on the grams to help Ukrainian doctors combat a sustainable network of community centennial of his birth, we join them. At the same time we pay homage to the the high rate of thyroid cancer and banks and credit unions in Ukraine. Yet, Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus, now several generations old, as it prepares to mark leukemia in children’s hospitals. when it applied to USAID to help build on its own 90th anniversary in 2008. Based on audited financial statements its successes, the federation was passed prepared by DeLoitte and Touche, CCRF over in favor of another group of consult- achieved a multiplier effect of 16 to 1. In ants with no experience in Ukraine. other words, for every dollar we received Predictably, the USAID-preferred con- from USAID, the fund delivered $16 tactor lacked a basic understanding of Oct Turning the pages back... worth of substantive aid and training to Ukrainian banking laws and procedures, Ukraine. In the same year, DeLoitte and and a series of available errors and mis- Touche certified an additional $3 million judgments doomed its project from the 30 worth of aid that we secured from sources start. The diaspora-sponsored credit Last year Ukraine’s Minister of the Economy Volodymyr other than USAID. unions are still going strong, even in the 2007 Makukha announced at a press conference that Ukraine could The impact of this aid was substantial: absence of U.S. government support. It is expect to join the World Trade Organization (WTO) no soon- of the thousands of Ukrainian children heart-breaking to imagine how even a er that February 2007, which derailed President Viktor stricken with thyroid cancer only eight small infusion of federal funds could have Yushchenko’s plan to join the WTO by late December 2006, as reported by The died of the illness. Survival rates for helped to expand these community banks Ukrainian Weekly on November 5, 2006. leukemia in CCRF’s partner hospital in and changed public attitudes, especially in According to Mr. Makukha, even if Ukraine were to pass the necessary legislation Kharkiv continue to climb from a dismal the eastern Ukrainian provinces that so and sign the agreements required by year’s end, the legislative acts would still require 5 percent in 1992 to over 65 percent in desperately need exposure to fair lending extensive review by the WTO. 2006, and our partner hospitals in Kyiv, and small business development. Four days prior to the press conference, Mr. Yushchenko announced that a sched- Lviv, Odesa, Dnipropetrovsk and Lutsk By all accounts, the U.S.-Ukraine uled meeting with the WTO on December 21, 2006, would decide Ukraine’s member- continue to outperform many USAID- Foundation has built a distinguished ship in the international economic group. This was another example of the Ukrainian funded health programs in their treatment record in developing civil society pro- government’s inability to agree upon a common foreign policy agenda and plan. of children with life-threatening illnesses. grams and sister-city partnerships. It is The week prior, Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych signed a natural gas deal with the The medical technology CCRF has training a new generation of Ukrainian Russian Federation, which caused political observers to suspect that one of the unofficial installed in Ukraine is far superior to any leaders to instill democratic values, pro- conditions of the deal was the synchronization of Ukraine’s WTO accession with Russia. provided by USAID contractors working fessional business practices and systems The Russian fear of Ukraine gaining the upper hand in WTO membership would mean on budgets that are often 10 times larger of accountability that can help overcome Ukraine would be able to leverage its position in resolving trade disputes with Russia. than CCRF’s. the crippling legacy of Soviet corruption. Ukrainian officials assured the Russians that proper customs and border control One would think that USAID would USUF has earned the praise of would prevent a flood of alcohol and sugar products into Russia, Mr. Makukha said. have rewarded this kind of diligence and Congressional leaders across the political “We aren’t talking about any synchronization,” he said. “We’re consulting and remov- cost-effectiveness by extending or spectrum and it enjoys widespread sup- ing concerns from our trade partners.” increasing CCRF’s funding. Corporate port in the Ukrainian community. Other conditions for Ukraine’s WTO accession include Ukraine’s agreement on tar- foundations including John Deere, So, at a time when Ukraine is teetering iff proposals and requirements. Monsanto, UMC and Western Union were between pro-Western democracy and the Mr. Yanukovych said on October 30, 2006, that he would submit all the necessary duly impressed with the fund’s track ham-fisted despotism of Vladimir Putin’s WTO legislation for Parliament’s consideration by mid-December. Russia, it seems bizarre that USAID At the time, nearly 20 bills needed to be passed by the Verkhovna Rada for the would cut funding to an organization that WTO to consider Ukraine’s membership, with 16 WTO-related bills to be considered Orest Dubno is a veteran of the U.S. has played an essential role in what is at the November 2, 2006, session of the Rada. Marine Corps and a banker who served arguably the most pivotal and strategically as a commissioner in the administration sensitive country in Europe. Source: “Ukraine to join WTO no sooner than early 2007, says economy minister in of Connecticut Gov. William O’Neill. He The Ukrainian American community rebuff to Yushchenko,” by Zenon Zawada, The Ukrainian Weekly, November 5, 2006. currently works for a private company in New Haven, Conn. (Continued on page 22) No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 7

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR trail. It concerns his campaign financiers Faces and Places Sucess, sort of, from among the oligarchs in the energy by Myron B. Kuropas sector, and is consistent with the thesis for Orange parties that “Oligarchs United” are behind both Dear Editor: Viktors’ (the other being, of course, Mr. Yanukovych) campaigns. This would For Orange parties, the results of the also explain why the Orange cause is not Meet and greet September parliamentary elections was a hard-won success of sorts. By a narrow Mr. Yushchenko’s top priority. Guess who’s coming from Ukraine! be speaking at St. John the Baptist margin, the Party of the Regions was Boris Danik No, it’s not President Viktor Yushchenko. Ukrainian Catholic Church Hall, 719 And it’s not Yulia Tymoshenko. Sanford Ave., at 7 p.m., in Newark, N.J. removed from power. It was mainly the North Caldwell, N.J. Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc that did the The person coming to the United States Roman Rychok, chair of the Educational heavy lifting to achieve this result. this November is in many ways far more Foundation Rukh, is in charge of the And it is now up to President Viktor important than either of them, in my opin- arrangements. He can be reached at 973- Yushchenko to wreck it, which he almost Zawada’s report ion. Visiting us is an educator, a person 762-9379. Local luminaries planning to certainly will do – in the same way he committed to the intellectual and moral attend are Stefan Kaczaraj, UNA presi- undermined the Orange cause after the most informative formation of Ukraine’s future leaders. dent, and Lev Khmelkovsky, an editor at March 2006 elections. The president did The man I urge you to meet and greet Svoboda. so by stubbornly attempting to force his Dear Editor: is the rector of the National University of On November 10 it’s off to Glen Spey, choice of prime minister, despite his In the October 14 issue of The Ostroh Academy, the most dynamic, pos- N.Y., where Rector Pasichnyk will have an afternoon presentation at Verhovyna party’s poor showing in the elections. Ukrainian Weekly, Kyiv Press Bureau itive and inspiring person I know in Mountainview Resort. An indication of what’s coming is Editor Zenon Zawada wrote about the Ukraine today. If you haven’t met Ihor November 11 will find the rector President Yushchenko’s recent admoni- present political scene in Kyiv. I found Pasichnyk, you should. He’s definitely a speaking at 12:30 p.m. at the United tion to Ms. Tymoshenko, revealed in a this article to be most informative – an gloom lifter. Methodist Church of Huntington Valley, press interview by Mr. Yushchenko dur- excellent analysis and fine commentary Dr. Pasichnyk is the driving force at 3470 Huntington Pike, Huntington Valley, ing his visit in France on October 5. He on recent moves and strategies of key Ostroh. He has recruited top-notch teach- Pa. The contact person for this event is laid it out that Ms. Tymoshenko would political players in post-election Kyiv. ing and administrative staff, and is Leonid Jacobchuk, 908-964-7114. have to meet conditions A, B and C if It was a pleasure to read because of its always open to new ideas. Some 1,000 she wants to be prime minister. One of students have received higher degrees November 14 will find Rector clarity of style and documentation of Pasichnyk at St. Andrew’s Ukrainian the stated conditions is to include the facts. Mr. Zawada lucidly describes the from Ostroh since Dr. Pasichnyk took Party of the Regions in the Cabinet of over in 1994. Cultural Center in North Port, Fla., at 6 complex strategies and steps open to the p.m. In charge of the arrangements are Ministers. The skimpy etiquette of such various factions. In fact, the author Rector Pasichnyk will arrive in Cleveland, on November 1. On the fol- Drs. Bohdan and Vira Bodnaruk, who can public “demarche” matches the slam- allows the readers to anticipate some lowing evening he will speak at the be reached at [email protected] dunk diplomacy of the message. Mr. future outcomes and happenings. Ukrainian Museum/Archives, 1202 or 941-408-8125. Yushchenko knows that his ultimatum Mr. Zawada should be congratulated Kenilworth, beginning at 6 p.m. Andrew The final stop for Rector Pasichnyk on will not be accepted. for the excellent story headlined Fedynsky, museum director and colum- his whirlwind tour of the United States is The president’s widely acknowledged “Yushchenko keeps his options open ...” nist for The Ukrainian Weekly, is in Houston. He will be speaking at the animosity toward Ms. Tymoshenko can- I believe that Ukraine’s friends in charge of the arrangements. You can L’Alliance Francais, 427 Lovett Blvd., on not be explained in rational terms. His Washington will also find the article reach him at [email protected]. Saturday, November 16, at 6 p.m. In charge own tenuous position was almost literal- most informative. This is yet another Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio), who has of the arrangements is Bill Dijak, who can ly rescued from an ignominious collapse example of how The Ukrainian Weekly visited Ostroh and has sponsored family be reached at [email protected]. (including loss of his remaining presi- serves the Ukrainian cause. members for study at Ostroh, plans to A native of Volyn, Dr. Pasichnyk has dential prerogatives) by Ms. It is unfortunate that older Ukrainian attend. So do local luminaries such as studied at the University of Kyiv, the Tymoshenko’s forceful argument for a Americans and some of the very latest Taras Szmagala Sr. (he is an honorary University of Lviv and the Pedagogical special election and her subsequent large immigrants might not be able to read Mr. member of the UNA General Assembly), Institute in Rivne, majoring in education- gains in these elections that provided the Zawada’s analysis. I recommend a trans- Taras Szmagala Jr. (another columnist for al psychology and mathematics. He margin of an Orange victory. lation into Ukrainian and its publication The Ukrainian Weekly) and Orest Nebesh. earned his Ph.D. in 1993. Prior to his Speculation about President in Svoboda. Yushchenko’s motives to keep Ms. On November 4 Rector Pasichnyk will appointment as rector of Ostroh, he Tymoshenko out of the prime minister’s Bohdan Burachinsky be speaking at St. Andrew Ukrainian served as department chair and docent at job centers on the “follow the money” Florham Park, N.J. Orthodox Church in Bloomingdale, Ill., at the Pedagogical Institute in Rivne. He 1 p.m. John Jaresko, chair of the church has authored six books and numerous council, is in charge of the arrangements. articles in scholarly publications. He can be reached at [email protected]. If you live anywhere near Cleveland, Ukrainian World Congress Lesia and I will be at this event, as will Chicago, Newark, Glen Spey, Stefko Kuropas. Also planning to attend Philadelphia, North Port or Houston, do to mark 40th anniversary are Selfreliance CEO Bohdan Watral, as yourself a favor and meet and greet Rector well as representatives from various Pasichnyk. He doesn’t disappoint. If your NEW YORK – On November 12-19, those organizations or their successors Ukrainian isn’t the best, don’t worry. Dr. 1967, New York City was the venue of which constituted the initial WCFU churches in the Chicagoland area. The rector will be spending time in Pasichnyk will be accompanied by Eduard the first World Congress of Free Presidium: Michael Sawkiw from the M. Balashov, head of the Ostroh Foreign Ukrainians. Among the highlights of this Ukrainian Congress Committee of DeKalb, Ill., where he will breakfast with Dr. Lemuel Watson, dean of the School Relations Department, a graduate of seminal event in the history of the America and Ihor Gawdiak from the Ostroh, who speaks fluent English. Ukrainian diaspora was the coming Ukrainian American Coordinating of Education at Northern Illinois together of Ukrainians from some 20 Council (formed after 1967 but repre- University, and in Chicago where he will visit the University of Chicago. Myron Kuropas’s e-mail address is countries, the election of a coordinating senting a segment of the initial On November 9 Rector Pasichnyk will [email protected]. body, a mass rally at Madison Square Presidium), Iryna Kurowyckyj from the Garden, and a demonstration before the World Federation of Ukrainian United Nations and the Permanent Women’s Organizations and the Mission of the USSR to the United Ukrainian National Women’s League of Nations. The event was widely covered America, Slava Rubel from Plast by international, national and local media. Ukrainian Scouting Organization; Forty years have elapsed and the Bohdan Harhaj from the Ukrainian World Congress of Free Ukrainians has American Youth Organization; and amended its name to the Ukrainian Orest Popovych from the Shevchenko World Congress, amended some of its Scientific Society. purposes in view of Ukraine’s independ- Additional remarks will be made by ence and has expanded its outreach to an Myroslawa Rozdolska from the New additional 20 countries, which were pre- Ukrainian Wave, representing people viously closed or only recently became who resided in Ukraine at the time of venues for Ukrainian settlements. the first congress and today are a On Sunday, November 18, at 2 p.m. vibrant part of the diaspora. a conference will be held in New York The conference will conclude with a City at The Ukrainian Museum on East film about the WCFU/UWC and a Sixth Street. The keynote address, reception. which will focus on how the WCFU Seating is limited at The Ukrainian was received within the USSR, will be Museum. Tickets should be purchased in delivered by the renowned Ukrainian advance by mailing payment of $25 per poet, Dmytro Pavlychko. Comments person to the Ukrainian World Congress, will be offered by representatives of 225 E. 11th St., New York, NY 10003. Rector Ihor Pasichnyk (center) with students from the National University of Ostroh Academy on the maidan during the 2004 Orange Revolution. 8 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43

the Consistory, Archbishop Antony Cultural Center. The evening program In addition to the United Sisterhood Ukrainian Orthodox... opened with a concentration on all the was conceived as a fund-raiser for the announcement, several organizations, (Continued from page 1) accomplishments of the Consistory History and Education Complex. In con- parishes and individuals presented gifts to Seminary. Offices of Ministry, in particular the junction with this, three hierarchs were the History and Education Complex Metropolitan Constantine spoke of his Orphanage Adoption Program, All Saints honored on the anniversaries of their (HEC) project. Some prominent contribu- obligation before God to ensure that the Camp Chapel, the St. Sophia Seminary service to God: Metropolitan tions were announced: Dr. Laryssa Zaika ranks of the episcopacy are filled, and chapel consecration and building renova- Constantine, celebrating 40 years of of St. Volodymyr Cathedral, Philadelphia, presented as candidate for the holy office tions, the enrollment of 13 seminarians in priesthood, 35 of them as bishop; $25,000; the Ukrainian Information of bishop the venerable Archimandrite the 2007-2008 seminary academic pro- Archbishop Antony, celebrating 35 years Bureau Inc., $58,500; Mary Kramarenko Daniel. The Sobor body immediately gram, the Mission Parish development of priesthood, 22 of them as a bishop; in memory of her husband, Petro, $30,000. arose and declared “Axios! Axios! Axios! and Parish Rebirth programs, and the and Archbishop Vsevolod, celebrating 20 Sviatoslav Lychyk of St. Volodymyr – He is worthy!” Metropolitan History and Education Complex con- years of priesthood and as bishop. Cathedral, Chicago, executor of the Constantine called upon the Sobor partic- struction progress. Dinner was followed by a musical pro- estate of Attorney Sviatoslav (Gerard) ipants to await the formal resolution of After expressing his thoughts and con- gram offered by four extremely talented Kybaluck, who left his estate worth the Sobor to “officially” proclaim cerns about each of these “good things” individuals, Julian Kytasty, Natalia $800,000 to the Church, noted that a “Axios.” He presented the qualifications about which we have much to praise and Honcharenko, Michael Andrec and good portion of the estate would benefit of the archimandrite and all his accom- be proud of, the archbishop called on the Roman Turovsky, who presented “Saints the HEC. plishments in the life of the UOC-U.S.A. directors of the Consistory Offices of and Sinners: Songs of Worship, The plenary session on Friday, and asked him if he would accept such a Ministry, whose reports were already Penitence and Celebration.” The program October 5, began with the reports of nomination. included in the Sobor reports packet sent consisted of traditional religious songs deaneries and central Church organiza- Father Daniel’s response reflected that to the delegates in advance of the Sobor. from Ukraine’s “lirnyky” and “kobzari,” tions, all of which were included in the often spoken in salvation history, “If this A workshop/seminar titled “Does the blind minstrel-bards and storytellers Sobor registration packet. Nadia Mirchuk be God’s will, then God’s will be done.” Understanding the Brain Mean the End who traveled throughout Ukraine pre- reported as president of the United Greetings to the Sobor were offered of Free-Will?” was presented by Dr. Paul senting her history and culture through Ukrainian Orthodox Sisterhoods, empha- from the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Micevych, member of the Metropolitan song. The kobzari usually focused on the sizing that the sisterhoods continue to Canada by Metropolitan John and Council and professor of the School of historical epic type of material, while the raise funds for the History and Education Archbishop Yurij, who expressed gratitude Medicine at the University of California lirnyky presented the devotional and Complex and that she was pleased to for the opportunity to be present at the in Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Micevych morality musical pieces, but the two announce at the grand banquet that the Sobor and to share in the discussions that presented the latest studies on brain often overlapped in their presentations. amount to be turned over to the would set the course for the next three activity in relation to spirituality and reli- The official program followed, and it Consistory is $300,000. years of Church life. gious belief, and initiated a very lively was a lengthy one because of the number The Friday evening event of the Sobor Metropolitan John is the archbishop of discussion about belief, faith, Orthodox of celebrations. A special guest was was a 75th anniversary commemoration Winnipeg and metropolitan of all theology and many other topics. It was a Archbishop Demetrius, exarch of the of the Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of Canada, and Archbishop Yurij is the fascinating topic for the audience and Patriarchate of Constantinople, chairman 1932-1933. The participants of the Sobor archbishop of Toronto. They were pres- presented studies so new that they have of the Standing Conference of Orthodox entered the dining room to tables symbol- ent for the entire Sobor, participating in not been fully – or possibly may never be Bishops of America (SCOBA), and head ically clothed in dark colors and set with all general sessions and several of the – interpreted by scientists or theologians. of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of white napkins and spoons. Archbishop Sobor committee meetings, offering their The entire day on Thursday, October the U.S.A., who warmly and with much Antony invited an individual from each thoughts from the perspective of another 4, was devoted to Sobor committee meet- love greeted the honorees on behalf of table to come forth to light candles from branch of Ukrainian Orthodoxy. ings in various meeting rooms at the Patriarch Bartholomew and all the hierar- the one he held and to light the memorial In presenting his report as president of Holiday Inn and at the Ukrainian chs of the Orthodox Church in the U.S.A. candles on the tables. He then called upon Metropolitan John of Canada spoke Archimandrite Daniel to read a poetic about Metropolitan Constantine, work in Ukrainian about the Famine Archbishop Yurij of Canada about called “Pamiatayemo” (We remember). Archbishop Antony, and Metropolitan This reading set the tone for the com- Nicholas of the Carpatho-Rusyn memoration. CENTENNIAL LITURGY DVD Orthodox Archdiocese in America about Archbishop Antony then spoke about Archbishop Vsevolod, as each of them the Famine in English, proclaiming that The Divine Liturgy celebration which aired on EWTN of September 30th has known and worked for decades with “We will never forget!” He stated it was is available on DVD. the individual they presented. not just the 10 million who starved to Metropolitan Constantine and death that were lost. Demographers with- Archbishop Antony both spoke of their The cost of the DVD is $30.00 which includes shipping and handling. in and outside of Ukraine have estimated love for the holy Church and thanked their State sales tax is also included in the sale. that had the Famine not been perpetrated fellow hierarchs and all present for the against the Ukrainian nation, the popula- wonderful honor bestowed upon them. Orders may be placed through: tion of Ukraine today would be between Also present to honor the hierarchs 70 million and 100 million – rather than were Bishop Basil Losten of the 47 million (including those working out- BYZANTINE RITE CHURCH SUPPLIES Ukrainian Catholic Church, who present- side of Ukraine’s borders). 812 N. Franklin St. ed a letter from the Ukrainian Catholic This means that, in addition to the 10 Philadelphia, PA 19123 World Synod of Bishops meeting in million who died in the Holodomor, Washington and signed by Patriarch another 28 million to 48 million unborn Phone: 215.627.0660 Lubomyr Husar; Oleh Shamshur, ambas- were lost and with them much of what the Fax: 215.627.0913 sador of Ukraine to the United States; nation could have been today, Archbishop [email protected] Mykola Kyrychenko, consul general of Antony continued. He underscored: Ukraine in New York City; representa- “Who knows what great clergymen, sci- tives of Ukraine’s Permanent Mission to Credit Cards Accepted entists, political leaders, educators, artists, the United Nations and representatives of writers and others may have changed the Ukrainian community organizations and credit unions. (Continued on page 9)

The procession prior to the beginning of the Sobor. No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 9 Ukrainian Orthodox... (Continued from page 8) course of history for Ukraine?” At the conclusion of his remarks, the archbishop called for dinner to be served – the kind of “dinner” that those who perished in the Famine may have had – a “soup” made of grass and whatever else could be located to give at least a speck of nutrition, and “bread” that sometimes consisted of tree bark. Each individual was served a “bowl” of the soup – actu- ally a few spoonfuls – and the archbish- op asked that everyone eat in silence, thinking about what parents may have been thinking in 1933, unable to provide any more for their children. This “meal” was a very moving experience. Ambassador Shamshur and Consul Delegates to the 18th Regular Sobor of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the U.S.A. General Kyrychenko returned to the Metropolia Center for this Holodomor very moving description of the condi- On Saturday, October 6, the first item our heritage; a source of education; a commemoration and Mr. Shamshur tions of the Famine and the long-term on the agenda was a presentation by the place of peace; a place where worship spoke next about the consequences of the effects it has had on the Ukrainian members of the 2007 College Student takes place not only on Sundays; a wel- Famine and the promise of the Ukrainian nation. Her entire presentation can be Mission Team to Ukrainian orphanages. coming place; a life-supporting place; and government to build an appropriate mon- found in the current edition of the Adam Kennedy, one of the members and a place that reaches out into the commu- ument in Kyiv so that the nation will Ukrainian Orthodox Word. a student of film production at Temple nity around it. The youth offered some never forget. All the participants then lit individual University, produced a brief video of the very practical suggestions on how to He spoke also of the plans for the con- implement this vision in local parishes. struction of a monument in Washington candles from the central candle on their mission experience. It was only six min- and noted that the National Committee to table and walked in a silent procession utes long, but had an enormous effect On Sunday, October 7, a hierarchical Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of through the darkness and across the upon the Sobor audience. divine liturgy was celebrated in St. the Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932- footbridge to the Memorial Church for a A longer documentary version of the Andrew Memorial Church with all the 1933 and his office headed the successful “panakhyda” (requiem service) on the video was presented to Sobor participants previously mentioned hierarchs concele- drive to seek Congress’s approval for it. deck before the entrance to the church. on Saturday evening following dinner. The brating along with Bishop Andriy of Negotiations are currently taking place All the hierarchs in attendance at the documentary elicited lengthy discussion London, Ukrainian Orthodox Church in with the National Parks Commission to Sobor participated in this service, com- and praise in the evening presentation, and Diaspora, who arrived at the Sobor on select an appropriate and well-located memorating the innocent souls and vic- the participants urged the immediate repro- Wednesday evening. The responses for site. He urged all present to encourage the tims of the Famine. Metropolitan duction and distribution to the parishes of liturgy were beautifully and spiritually members of their parishes around the Constantine spoke before the service, these very moving and informative records sung by the Memorial Church Choir country to support this project. reminding the faithful that the very of the UOC-U.S.A.’s missionary work. under the direction of Michael Lev. The next to speak was an invited guest church before which they stood was built The Youth Sobor Report was a glimpse Following liturgy, Archbishop Antony from the Chicago Committee to as a permanent memorial to the victims into the hearts and minds of young conducted the rite of induction to office Remember the Famine, Katya of the Famine-Genocide, who are Church members and their vision of what for the newly elected members of the Mischenko-Mycyk, a member of the remembered each time divine liturgy is the Church must be: focusing on Christ Metropolitan Council, Consistory, board of the organization. She offered a celebrated therein. and our Faith, but not forgetting to honor Church Court and Audit Commission.

15 insisting that it will form a majority New Orange... coalition, as it is the party that scored the (Continued from page 2) most votes in the September 30 election. one, drafted by the PRU team early this Taras Chornovil of the PRU said at a year and backed by Ms. Tymoshenko. press conference in Kyiv on October 16 That law diminished the president’s that his party plans to launch talks to authority vis-à-vis the prime minister form a coalition with OU-PSD in regarding appointments to the Cabinet. It November. He warned that the PRU was probably easier for Ms. Tymoshenko might resort to blocking Parliament’s to accept the condition regarding a new work and forecast that a OU-PSD/YTB Constitution, as she agrees with Mr. coalition would hardly last for more than Yushchenko that presidential powers a week. should be beefed up in a new Constitution. The PRU’s optimism is not entirely Ukrayinska Pravda reported that the misplaced. The 228 seats controlled by YTB and OU-PSD had agreed with Mr. the Democratic Coalition in the new Yushchenko that the economic bloc in Parliament may not be enough to secure the Cabinet, including the key Ministry Ms. Tymoshenko’s appointment as prime of Finance, will be filled by Ms. minister. Several influential OU-PSD Tymoshenko’s people, and other min- politicians, including Yurii Yekhanurov, istries will go to the team of Mr. Ms. Tymoshenko’s successor as prime Yushchenko and OU-PSD. minister, are skeptical of her ability to On October 15, following several head the Cabinet. The PRU is reportedly hours of talks at President Yushchenko’s not against giving the post of prime min- office, YTB and OU-PSD initialed an ister to Yekhanurov in a PRU/OU-PSD accord to set up the Democratic coalition. Just three dissenters would suf- Coalition. The accord’s exact details fice to torpedo a new YTB/OU-PSD were not known on October 16, but Ms. Cabinet, as 226 votes will be needed for Tymoshenko and Mr. Kyrylenko made it its approval. clear that previous agreements are valid, The YTB and OU-PSD want the Bloc so Ms. Tymoshenko should be prime of Volodymyr Lytvyn to join their coali- minister and Mr. Kyrylenko Parliament tion. The Lytvyn Bloc will have the chairman, while the post of internal smallest caucus in Parliament, just 20 affairs minister will go to somebody deputies, but its support may be crucial picked by Mr. Yushchenko. for Ms. Tymoshenko’s nomination. The The two blocs also agreed to pass a Lytvyn Bloc, however, is in no hurry to new version of the Cabinet law and a join the coalition. Oleksander Turchynov, new law on the opposition. They also Ms. Tymoshenko’s right-hand man, told said that cancellation of the excessive journalists on October 10 that “no reply privileges enjoyed by national deputies has been received” from the Lytvyn Bloc and an early mayoral election for Kyiv regarding an invitation to join. will be among the first issues that the new Parliament should tackle. Sources: ITAR-TASS, October 11; The PRU has not recognized its Ukrayinska Pravda, October 12, 15; defeat. It issued a statement on October Ukrayinski Novyny, UNIAN, October 16. 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43 UWC appeal: honor Holodomor’s victims Ukrainian-language bookstore In 1933, the Italian Consul in Kharkiv, by Stalin’s regime in Moscow. In 1988 the Smoloskyp is launched in Kyiv then the capital of the Ukrainian SSR, United States Congress Commission on wrote: the Ukraine Famine concluded: “A week ago, a special service was “The Genocide Convention defines set up to protect children who have been genocide as one or more specified abandoned. Along with the peasants actions committed with intent to destroy who flock to the towns because there is a national, ethnic, racial or religious no hope of survival in the countryside, group wholly or partially as such ... One there are also children who are simply or more of the actions specified in the brought here and abandoned by their Genocide Convention was taken against parents, who then return to their village the Ukrainians in order to destroy a sub- to die. Their hope is someone in their stantial part of the Ukrainian people ... town will be able to look after their chil- Overwhelming evidence indicates that dren. ... So for a week now the town has Stalin was warned of impending famine been patrolled by ‘dworniki,’ attendants in Ukraine and pressed for measures that in white uniforms who collect the chil- could only ensure its occurrence and dren and take them to the nearest police exacerbate its effects. Such policies not station … around midnight they are all only came into conflict with his transported in trucks to the freight sta- response to food supply difficulties else- tion at Severodonetsk. That’s where all where in the preceding year, but some of the children who are found in stations them were implemented with greater and on trains, the peasant families, the vigor in ethnically Ukrainian areas than old people and all the peasants who elsewhere and were utilized in order to have been picked up during the day are eliminate any manifestation of gathered together ... A medical team Ukrainian national self-assertion.” does a sort of selection process ... any- We urge Ukrainians everywhere to one who is not yet swollen up and still honor the victims by organizing solemn has a chance of survival is directed to requiem services, processions, exhibits and Kholodnaya Khora buildings, where a conferences. We look to our neighbors in constant population of about 8,000 lies the world community of nations to recog- dying on straw beds ... Most of them are nize our pain and offer solace by passing children. People who are already start- parliamentary resolutions and denouncing, ing to swell up are moved out in good at international fora, the Holodomor as trains and abandoned about 40 miles out Genocide against the Ukrainian nation. We of town so that they can die out of sight. pray to God to protect us all from evil and Former political prisoner Vasyl Osvienko speaks with Smoloskyp founder Osyp When they arrive at their destination, grant us peace. Zinkevych at the bookstore opening. huge ditches are dug and the dead are Toronto-New York carried out of the wagons.” October 21 by Natalka Gawdiak many friends of the Zinkevyches both This year we mark the 75th anniversary local and diasporan. of the Great Famine of 1932-1933, referred For the Ukrainian World Congress: KYIV – The realization of Osyp The event included dedicatory to as the Holodomor, during which some 7 Askold S. Lozynskyj, president Zinkevych’s dream of over 15 years – remarks, readings by young Ukrainian- million to 10 million innocent Ukrainians Victor Pedenko, general secretary the opening of a bookstore for his language poets, music by Eduard Drach, perished. This great tragedy was genocide Stefan Romaniw, coordinating Ukrainian publishing enterprise – has at elegant refreshments and door prizes. against the Ukrainian people perpetrated committee chair last come to pass. In a hallway of the Smoloskyp office, On Thursday, August 30, in the trendy a photo montage of numerous dissident Podil section of Kyiv, the Smoloskyp Ukrainians was a nostalgic reminder of Bookstore opened its doors to an over- Ukraine’s stoic past and of Mr. flow crowd of well-wishers, among Zinkevych’s role in secretly obtaining whom was at least one former prisoner and then publishing works by and about of conscience, Vasyl Osvienko, as well those in the Soviet gulag. as students, poets, book lovers and the Mr. Zinkevych is a man who puts his money where his mouth is. He and his lovely wife, Nadiya, have for years been selfless proponents of advancing the careers of Ukraine’s talented youth. Noting that, “It is time for a younger team,” Mr. Zinkevych praised the work of Rostyslav Semkiv, a young Ukrainian who has been in fact the director of Smoloskyp Publishing for the past three years, and of the bookstore’s director of sales, Olha Pohynaiko. The Smoloskyp Bookstore specializes in Ukrainian-language humanities. Opening-night attendees perused books in sections labeled “History,” “Political Science,” “Philosophy,” “Humanities” and “Social Studies” – including sociolo- gy, law and economics. The store’s inventory additionally includes “Ukrainian Literature,” “Foreign Literature,” “Children’s Literature” and “Reference Books.” Customers will also be able to find Ukrainian-language jour- nals and works by other Ukrainian pub- lishers occupying separate shelves, such as “Osnovy,” “Fakt” and “KM Akademiya.” In addition to customer-service per- sonnel, the Smoloskyp Bookstore employs professional consultants who can assist customers in locating what they are looking for among the store’s stock of 3,000 publications. The Smoloskyp Bookstore accepts orders from abroad. Its address is Poet Anna Protsuk, one of the many Ukraina 04071, m. Kyiv-71, vul. young Ukrainian poets who took part Mezhyhirska 21; telephone and fax, in the poetry reading in Smoloskyp’s +425-23-93; +425-45-09; e-mail, courtyard during the bookstore’s [email protected]; website, opening night. www.smoloskyp.org.ua. No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 11 St. Josaphat School in Parma: still making memories at 60 years by Anizia Karmazyn Sunnyside, N.Y. And, they go on. These relationships were formed how many PARMA, Ohio – I stood corrected by years ago, I reflect with disbelief. I, on my 7-year-old. At least, that is how the other hand, have no clue about the things seemed at the time, and without whereabouts of my Green Valley any seemingly conclusive data that Elementary School classmates or my fel- would disprove my position to my satis- low graduates of Normandy High School faction. Class of 1978. “Babtsia is a teacher and she knows,” The gravity of what Marika stands to insisted my daughter, Marika, in a tone gain from her St. Josaphat Ukrainian that precluded any possibility of debate. Catholic School experience takes on a Not only was Babtsia the esteemed, all- new dimension, as I spend time with knowing authority by virtue of wisdom these members of the classes of 1955 and of the aged, but now by the authority 1957. In short, St. Josaphat School is vested in the power of having been a paving for Marika in the 21st century a teacher. lifetime of lasting friendships, memories What ever happened to “mother and a strong sense of community the way knows best?” I thought as I rolled my it did for many before her beginning 60 eyes. years ago. On the one hand, I was very pleased Her St. Josaphat School experience is with the reverence for her teachers that complemented with her day-to-day came on the heels of enrolling my Ukrainian community experience daughter in the kindergarten class of through Plast Ukrainian Scouting 2005 at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Organization, Ukrainian dancing, our School in Parma, Ohio. It meant that Pokrova Church children’s choir and this formal education setting afforded Saturday Ukrainian school. We are Kindergarten graduation of May 10, 1956. solid role models and a positive and indeed blessed to be part of a dynamic nurturing environment for learning. It community with a Ukrainian faith-based also clearly affirmed for Marika that day school and an abundance of cultural knowledge brings power. After all, activities. Babtsia Lida had taught at the school in But, the school is not exactly as it was the early 1970s, and Marika’s father had 60 years ago. Total enrollment is just graduated from the school in 1974. over 100 students, affected over the Even my father had taught history for a years by demographic changes in the time at the school in the 1960s – a community and a diminished desire by notion that seems to lend tangibility to Ukrainian families to make the commute the grandfather that Marika did not have from the newer and outlying suburbs the chance to know. where they are settling. And, while the Fast forward a few years, and I find total census at St. Josaphat School sug- myself sitting around a table with four of gests intimate classroom sizes which can my mother’s contemporaries – members be desirable, it also points to challenges of St. Josaphat’s first graduating class of in meeting the annual operating expens- 1955 and one from the class of 1957. es. The four of them, and they are not alone Presently, tuition is in keeping with among their peers, are teachers – a popu- rates throughout the Catholic Diocese of lar choice of profession by this genera- Cleveland. Consequently, significant tion, that is an intriguing phenomenon in tuition increases can have an impact on and of itself. the ability of our families to send their We are sitting around a table planning children to our school. To be self-sus- the alumni and friends reunion of St. taining, increased enrollment is key for Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic School on St. Josaphat School. Otherwise, enhanc- the occasion of the school’s 60th ing programs or making up for reduced anniversary, and I drift into the moment. enrollment necessitates developing other Marika (Fur) Fedkiw, Marie (Kuzmyn) resources for the school. Malanchuk, Luba (Steciak) Mudra and Fortunately, around this 60th anniver- Members of the kindergarten class of 2007 during the spring concert. my mother, Lidia (Tarczanyn) sary year of the school, parent and com- Karmazyn, have graciously volunteered munity volunteers are enthusiastically made possible by the Cleveland handful of communities remaining in the to help sort through lists of former class- jumping on the bandwagon to assist in Selfreliance Credit Union and an anony- United States with a school like this in mates from the earlier years. promoting St. Josaphat School. They are mous individual donor. place. Our community’s history and its They pour over photographs and working to encourage new enrollment, Our work is made easier when you energy today would be very, very differ- know exactly where Ihor is. “Well, he and they are helping to enhance the have a winner. The school and its stu- ent had St. Josaphat School not existed goes by Donald, he has a business you school’s resources, both programmatic dents consistently demonstrate excellent for the last 60 years. know.” They know that Nestor lives in and financial. For example, a new state- academic performance against national Donations to help ensure that memo- town and that his sister, Irene, is in of-the-art computer lab was recently and state benchmarks. In a recent acco- ries continue to be made in connection lade, the school was selected by the Ohio with St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Academy of Science to receive the School – well beyond its 60 years – may Governor’s Award for Excellence in be directed to: St. Josaphat Ukrainian Youth Science Opportunities. Catholic Cathedral School, 5720 State Another testament to the school’s Road, Parma, OH 44134-2594. (Please excellence are the many former students write “School Donation 60th located throughout the United States and Anniversary” on the memo line.) beyond who have met academic and pro- fessional success. Many are working in *** positions that draw on their Ukrainian background and language skills, and, The Alumni and Friends Reunion is yes, many are teachers. Greater being held on Friday, November 9, at Cleveland is blessed to have many for- 6:30-9:30 p.m. in St. Josaphat School’s mer alumni contributing their time and Sheptytsky Hall in Parma, Ohio. The energy to the vitality of our Ukrainain 60th anniversary banquet is being held community. on Saturday, November 10, beginning Identifying new students, and engag- with cocktails at 5 p.m. in the St. ing alumni and new friends in the Josaphat Astrodome located behind the school’s ongoing success are pivotal in school. our efforts of preserving and fortifying To provide your current contact infor- the school’s future for the greater com- mation for the school’s alumni roster, e- munity benefit. We invite everyone to mail Larisa Popadiuk at participate in these efforts, as the ulti- [email protected]. For more infor- mate impact is felt not only on our local mation about the banquet call 216-886- St.Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic School Students in the new chapel (today Ukrainian community, but nationally and 2108. To receive detailed information Sheptytsky Hall) in 1959. The unveiling of the new St. Josaphat Chapel prompted beyond. about the two events by e-mail contact the renaming of the school from its historical precursor, Ss. Peter and Paul School. Greater Cleveland is only one in a Anizia Karmazyn at [email protected]. 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43 No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 13 ‘Ukrainian Stars in America’ concert marks baritone’s 25th anniversary MADISON, N.J. – To mark the 25th to perform duets from “”La Forza del anniversary of the performing career of Destino” and “Don Carlos,” both by opera and chamber singer Oleg Chmyr, a Verdi. special concert dubbed “Ukrainian Stars Interspersed between the operatic in America” was presented on Sunday, numbers was the Leontovych Quartet October 14, at the Dorothy Young Arts with excerpts of Mozart’s “Eine Kleine Center at Drew University. Nachtmusik”and Bizet’s “Carmen,” as Mr. Chmyr, baritone, offered his audi- well as “Melodia” by contemporary ence “Opera Best Duets and More” as he Ukrainian composer Myroslav Skoryk. performed with fellow Ukrainian Oksana The final number of the program was Krovytsky, soprano, of the New York the hauntingly beautiful Ukrainian folk City Opera; Laura Zupa D’Avella, sopra- song “Misiats na Nebi,” sung by Ms. no, whose professional debut was last Krovytsky and Mr. Chmyr in an arrange- June with the New Jersey State Opera; ment prepared specially for this event by and Anthony Daino, tenor. David Maestro Skoryk. Maiullo was the piano accompanist. (It Mr. Chmyr’s music career spans 25 was announced that Ms. D’Avella and years and countless venues in countries, Mr. Daino also filled in for Oleksandra from his native Ukraine and Russia, to Hrabova and Roman Tsymbala, who numerous European countries, the were unable to participate due to illness.) United States and Israel. He has released Also on the program was the two CDs, “European Vocal Miniatures” Leontovych String Quartet composed of (2000) and “Songs of Love” (2006). Also Yurij Kharenko, violin; Alexander a music educator, Mr. Chmyr currently Abayev, violin; Boris Deviatov, viola; teaches voice at the County College of and Volodymyr Panteleyev, cello. Morris and Passaic County College, both Master of ceremonies Ihor Rakowsky in New Jersey. He is artistic director for provided informative and witty introduc- OLCO international, an artist promotion tory remarks to each selection per- company. formed. At the conclusion of the concert, con- Ms. Krovytsky and Mr. Chmyr per- gratulations to the jubilarian and his fel- formed duets from “Don Giovanni” by low performers were offered by Mozart, “Il Trovatore” by Verdi, and the Ukrainian National Association much-loved duet of Odarka and Karas Treasurer Roma Lisovich, Michael from Semen Hulak-Artemovsky’s Koziupa of Selfreliance Ukrainian “Zaporozhets za Dunayem” (Kozak American Federal Credit Union and Beyond the Danube). Jaroslaw Fedun of the Self Reliance Together with Ms. D’Avella, Mr. (N.J.) Federal Credit Union, on behalf of Chmyr sang selections from Donizetti’s the concert’s sponsors. Other sponsors “Lucia di Lammermoor,” Rossini’s “Il were: the Ukrainian National Federal Barbiere di Siviglia” and Mozart’s “Die Credit Union, Selfreliance Association of Zauberflote.” Ukrainian Americans of Newark, N.J., Jubilarian Oleh Chmyr, baritone, with soprano Oksana Krovytsky of the New Messrs. Daino and Chmyr teamed up and Meest U.S. York City Opera.

The Leontovych String Quartet takes a bow.

On stage at the Drew University’s Dorothy Young Arts Center (from left) are: piano accompanist David Maiullo, soprano Laura Zupa D’Avella and tenor Roma Hadzewycz Anthony Daino. Oleh Chmyr and Laura Zupa D’Avella perform a duet. 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43

Presidential Secretariat Oleksander NEWSBRIEFS Chalyi, U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine CLACLASSSSIFIEDIFIEDSS (Continued from page 2) William Taylor and Senior Military pro-presidential Our Ukraine – People’s Assistant to the Secretary of Defense Lt. TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL MARIA OSCISLAWSKI, (973) 292-9800 x 3040 Self-Defense (OU-PSD) bloc, told jour- Gen. Peter Chiarelli took part in the or e-mail: [email protected] nalists on October 22 that he would quit meeting. (Press Office of the President of Our Ukraine if OU-PSD and the Yulia Ukraine) SERVICES Tymoshenko Bloc (YTB) fail to consider Court delays official publication Ukrainian Book Store his proposals concerning the creation of a Largest selection of Ukrainian books, dance ruling coalition, UNIAN reported. Last KYIV – Ukraine’s Higher supplies, Easter egg supplies, music, icons, week OU-PSD and YTB initialed a deal Administrative Court has postponed the greeting cards, giftwear and much more. 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(RFE/RL Newsline) UKRAINIAN TRADITIONAL-STYLE Orange allies publicize deal Ukraine seeks support for NATO bid MONUMENTS KYIV – Yulia Tymoshenko, the head SERVING NY/NJ/CT REGION CEMETERIES KYIV – President Viktor Yushchenko of the political bloc bearing her name, on October 22 called on countries in the and Viacheslav Kyrylenko, a leader of OBLAST Council of Southeast European Defense the pro-presidential Our Ukraine – MEMORIALS Ministers to support Ukraine’s bid to join People’s Self-Defense (OU-PSD) bloc, P.O. BOX 746 the NATO Membership Action Plan, presented the coalition deal they had ini- Chester, NY 10918 LAW OFFICES OF Ukrainian media reported. Mr. tialed to journalists in Kyiv on October 845-469-4247 ZENON B. MASNYJ, ESQ. Yushchenko was speaking at a meeting 17. The full 105-page document was BILINGUAL HOME APPOINTMENTS of the defense ministers’ council in Kyiv. made public on the Ukrayinska Pravda The council, created in 1996 on website later that same day In the East Village since 1983 Washington’s initiative, comprises (http://www.pravda.com.ua). The deal Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, Macedonia, stipulates that Ms. Tymoshenko is to be Serious personal injury, real estate Italy, Slovenia, the United States, proposed as prime minister, while the for personal and business use, rep- Ukraine, Romania, Turkey and Croatia. OU-PSD bloc will nominate a candidate for Verkhovna Rada chairman. Cabinet resentation of small and mid-size Moldova, Georgia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro portfolios are to be distributed on a 50-50 businesses, securities arbitration, have observer status in the grouping. The basis between the two blocs. The poten- divorce, wills and probate. SEDM session was held in Kyiv for the tial coalition pledges to seek membership first time ever. At the session Ukraine for Ukraine in the European Union and (By Appointment Only) joined the Multinational Peacekeeping NATO, as well as partnership relations Force Agreement of the states of with Russia. (RFE/RL Newsline) 157 SECOND AVENUE Southeastern Europe. Also, Southeastern Dnipropetrovsk death toll at 23 NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10003 Europe Defense Ministers voiced support The (212) 477-3002 for Ukraine in its bid to join NATO and KYIV – The search and rescue opera- LUNA BAND integrate with the collective security sys- tion at the site of the gas explosion that tem of the alliance. Meanwhile, the Party destroyed an apartment house in Music for weddings, zabavas, of the Regions led by Ukrainian Prime Dnipropetrovsk on October 13 was com- festivals, anniversary celebrations. OPPORTUNITY Minister Viktor Yanukovych announced pleted on October 19. 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mining, deep-freezing of fruit and veg- (U.S.). This estimate was given by the areas. The most populated areas are the NEWSBRIEFS etables, reconstruction of a ski resort, and Vinnytsia region’s State Oblast Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions, (Continued from page 14) with regard to changes in the energy sup- Administration Chair Oleksander with 4.55 million people and 3.40 million told members of the European Jewish ply for cement making. Mr. Oliinyk out- Dombrovskyi in an interview with the people, respectively. There are nearly Congress in the Kremlin on October 10 lined plans that included construction of VDT-6, a local TV channel. Mr. 2.72 million people living in Kyiv. Estonia and Latvia “glorify” Nazism and a new stadium, an airport, a modern train Dombrovskyi suggested stakeholder par- (Ukrinform) the European Union does nothing about station and a high-speed railroad. ticipation in the project to both foreign Labor migrants help GDP it, news agencies reported. He said that (Ukrinform) and domestic investors, and talks are in progress with a number of potential “the activities of the Latvian and Estonian KYIV – As much as $8.4 million Rare Church documents uncovered investors. A leading world company that authorities openly connive at the glorifi- (U.S.) was sent to Ukraine in 2006 by specializes in designing such industrial cation of Nazis and their accomplices. TERNOPIL, Ukraine – Several thou- labor migrants. This is 8 percent of the But these facts remain unnoticed by the sand documents in Ukrainian, Latin and parks is ready to prepare special market- ing proposals for the Ukrainian “Silicon gross domestic product (GDP) of European Union.” Mr. Putin also lashed Polish, part of which were authored by Ukraine. Moreover, money transfers by Metropolitan Mykhailo Levytskyi, Valley,” he said, adding that priority will out at Ukraine for allowing veterans of labor migrants to Ukraine are twice as Metropolitan Sylvester Sembratovych be given to companies that specialize in partisan groups that fought both the Nazis high as direct investments into the and Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky of energy-saving, alternative energy and the Soviet Army to hold war remem- Ukrainian economy. The year 2006 saw brances. He nonetheless admitted that the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church sources, information technologies and direct investments of $4.8 billion. there are acts of anti-Semitism in Russia, (UGCC), were discovered by builders high-tech agriculture. The agreement on According to a report of the International as well as “chauvinistic, xenophobic and when repairing the church chancellery setting up the high-tech center, which is a Fund of Agricultural Development, only nationalistic demonstrations.” On October attic of the Church of the Nativity of spin-off of the National Technical 2 in Brussels, Riina Kionka, who is per- Jesus Christ in Ternopil. The archive sur- University, was signed on May 22 in Russian migrants transfer more money to sonal representative on human rights to vived due to Hierarch Mefodii Vinnytsia. The high-tech hub is to occu- their native land. According to Western EU High Representative for Common (Kudriakov), head of the Ukrainian py an area of almost 200 hectares on the Union, the transferred sum is much more Foreign and Security Policy Javier Autocephalous Orthodox Church outskirts of the town. (Ukrinform) and totals $21 billion. Currently there are (UAOC), who sheltered the ancient doc- about 7 million Ukrainian labor migrants. Solana, said that Moscow’s criticisms of Klitschko ready to run for mayor Tallinn and Riga are an attempt to ward uments and gave them to the regional (Ukrinform) archive. Some papers have ancient met- KYIV – World famous Ukrainian off criticism of Russia by taking the SBU to combat xenophobia offensive against two small neighboring ropolitan and parochial stamps on them; boxer and deputy of the Kyiv City states. She noted that the Kremlin’s many of them have Metropolitan Council Vitali Klitschko said on October KYIV – The Security Service of charges are backed by the youth group Andrey’s signature. “Work on the parish 16 that he will run in pre-term elections Ukraine (SBU), upon the instructions of Nashi (Ours), which has close ties to the archive can open unknown pages and for the post of Kyiv mayor if they are President Viktor Yushchenko, is creating Kremlin and recently launched a week- details of history of the Church and of called. The Yulia Tymoshenko and Our special units to combat xenophobia and long “anti-fascist marathon” protest out- Ternopil,” commented Bohdan Ukraine – People’s Self-Defense blocs, national intolerance, SBU spokesperson Khavarivskyi, director of the Ternopil side the offices of the European which intend to create a democratic Maryna Ostapenko said. She noted that Regional Archive. (Ukrinform) Commission in Brussels. (RFE/RL coalition in Parliament, are for early elec- Ukraine thus far has managed to confront tions of the Kyiv City Council and the Newsline) Trafficking in human organs revealed extremist groups, that are based on Kyiv mayor, and are working jointly on racism and religious hatred. On October Early elections for Kyiv, Kharkiv? amendments to legislation to bring the KYIV – Agents of the Department for 23 the Ukrainian president, while meet- elections about. Mr. Klitschko first ran KYIV – Yulia Tymoshenko, the leader Combating Crimes related to Traffic in ing with members of Jewish organiza- Human Beings have detained a 36-year- for mayor in 2006, collecting some of the eponymous bloc, said on October tions, condemned xenophobia and prom- old Ukrainian citizen who attempted to 341,000 of Kyivites’ votes. He was 17 that she intends to initiate elections of ised to support the Jewish community. sell her 4-year-old son as a kidney donor, defeated by banker Leonid mayors of Kyiv, Kharkiv and some other (Ukrinform) cities of Ukraine. According to Ms. it was reported on October 2. According Chernovetskyi, who was supported by Tymoshenko, as soon as a new chairman to the Internal Affairs Ministry, the over 450,000 voters. (Ukrinform) Ukraine’s armed forces: 183,000 woman was detained when obtaining of the Verkhovna Rada is elected, the Ukraine’s population down, again democratic coalition will vote a package $45,000 (U.S.) from a client. Criminal KYIV – The Cabinet of Ministers has of laws on early mayoral elections in proceedings have been instituted for the KYIV – The State Statistics approved the number of armed forces Kyiv. After the snap election in Kyiv has first time ever in Ukraine on charges of Committee has published updated data personnel of Ukraine for 2008 at 183,000 been held, the majority will advance trafficking in human organs. (Ukrinform) about the population of Ukraine as of persons, including 143,000 military ser- vicemen. This provision was included in early election of the mayor of Kharkiv Ukrainians smoke most in Europe September 1. According to the data, there and perhaps some other mayors whose are 46,460,251 people residing in a draft resolution that was approved on work is not considered effective. KYIV – According to the official data, Ukraine, which is 265,000 people less October 24 and will be presented to the (Ukrinform) some 15.5 million people smoke in than in 2006. Some 31.66 million people Verkhovna Rada. The program will need Ukraine, and the number of smokers is live in cities and 14.79 million in rural funding of 1.39 billion hrv. (Ukrinform) Euro-2012 brings investments constantly increasing. This puts Ukraine KYIV – The Euro-2012 soccer cham- in the forefront in Europe in terms of the pionships to be co-hosted by Ukraine and number of smokers. At the same time, the Poland have already brought millions of Department of Domestic Trade of the dollars in both foreign and domestic Economy Ministry of Ukraine believes investments to the Lviv region, according the situation may change for the better, as to the head of the region’s state adminis- the law “On Measures to Prevent and tration, Petro Oliinyk, who spoke during Reduce the Consumption of Tobacco the seventh International Investment Products and Their Harmful Health Forum “Euro-2012: Forward, Ukraine” Effects” has yielded its first results. in Lviv. Mr. Oliinyk noted that invest- According to the findings of the ments into various branches of the econ- International Union Against Cancer, omy have totaled $200 million (U.S.) about 5 million people die annually from since the start of 2007, topping last year’s smoking-related diseases. (Ukrinform) figure fourfold. Major transnational com- Ukraine to get its own ‘Silicon Valley’ panies and industrial groups have expressed interest in the preparations for KYIV – The construction of a research the championships. In particular, French, and development center – already nick- American, Finnish and German investors named Ukraine’s “Silicon Valley” – near are already implementing projects in coal the town of Vinnytsia will cost $2 billion

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EZ Inn, John Matusiak The Real Estate Capital Institute, in Europe and the world, and will help the The Weekly’s correspondent saw no Fylypovych Family John Oharenko Ukrainian people free themselves from clubs or guns at the October 14 event that Drs. Daniel and Christine Hryhorczuk Venetian Monument Muscovite occupation,” stated the act’s attracted more than 15,000 Ukrainians. A third clause. few dozen pro-Nazi skinhead youths were Pobratymy Foundation, founded by the Plast Pobratymy Fraternity in 1992, is a The OUN leadership was naïve at the seen. 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt corporation, which supports the ongoing activities of Plast, time, Mr. Posivnych said, and issued the act Ukrainian Scouting Organization. Eastern Ukrainians appeared more unan- without even consulting the Nazis. In fact, imous than Jews in their rejection of the the OUN leaders were subsequently arrest- UPA. ed. The Luhansk Oblast Council voted 73-2 Ukrainian Selfreliance Michigan Federal Credit Union Stolichniye Novosti also published a let- on October 12 to send an appeal to the ter from Ukraine’s Jewish leadership con- Presidential Secretariat, the Cabinet of Ukrainian National Association – Detroit District Committee demning the commemoration on St. Sophia Ministers and the Verkhovna Rada to can- Square, stating that it disrupted interethnic cel the presidential decree to grant Gen. peace in Ukraine and violated European invite the Ukrainian Community Shukhevych the Hero of Ukraine award, democratic principles. citing it as an insult to Soviet Red Army to a seminar dealing with: Participants shouted Nazi slogans and displayed Fascist symbols, stated the letter, veterans. signed by Mr. Rabinovych, Party of the Meanwhile, the Donetsk City Council is • Asset management through probate Regions National Deputy-Elect Yan preparing to pass a resolution to appeal the • Latest Social Security / Medicare rules Tabachnyk and Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc presidential decree declaring October 14 a National Deputy-Elect Oleksander government-recognized holiday. and regulations Feldman. The petition will be passed on to oblast “The Ukrainian capital – the heart of the and city councils through the eastern and • New life insurance products country – was filled with people who were southern oblasts, said Mykola Levchenko, • How to maximize insurance armed with clubs and even German Donetsk City Council secretary. of your savings accounts

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Seminar will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2007 at 2:00 PM at the Ukrainian Cultural Center 26601 Ryan Road Warren, MI

Refreshments and sweets after the meeting Victor Glasko FREE ADMISSION UPA veterans tie a blue-and-yellow ribbon to a flagstaff during the commemora- tive meeting on St. Sophia Square. No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 17 Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation events to raise funds for UCU CHICAGO – Fall 2007 events organ- priests and sisters, and serve in America.” Ave. NW; a luncheon at 2 p.m. on on the topic of the role of religion and the ized to benefit the Ukrainian Catholic “Each year the UCEF returns to the Sunday, November 25, at the parish cen- values imparted by a religious education University in Ukraine will begin in Ukrainian American community for sup- ter of the Assumption of the Blessed in not only developing healthy individu- November this year, guided by the theme port, since it is this community that fully Virgin Mary Church, 6175 10th Ave.; and als, but in a maintaining a healthy socie- “Living Generously.” As in previous understands the mission of UCU. It is an informational open house to be held at ty. years, this year’s eight events are being this community that for decades has 1-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 2, in On November 20 in Toronto, organized by committees of volunteers raised their own children in this way and Warren, Mich., at St. Josaphat Banquet November 22 in Edmonton and that work together with staff from the now, finally, this mission can be contin- Center, 26440 Ryan Road. November 25 in Montreal, the Rev. Chicago-based Ukrainian Catholic ued in Ukraine,” he explained. For the first time the UCEF, working Gudziak will be the keynote speaker, and Education Foundation, as well as the The eight events this fall include a with local volunteers, will host events in on December 2 special guest Bishop Hlib foundation’s chapter in Canada. luncheon at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November Yonkers and Whippany. The luncheon in Lonchyna, apostolic visitator for “An education at the Ukrainian 4, in New York at the Ukrainian National Yonkers is being held in conjunction with Ukrainian Greek-Catholics in Italy, will Catholic University is not simply an Home, 140 Second Ave.; a luncheon at 1 the St. Michael’s Feast Day celebration. speak in Warren, Mich., along with the acquisition of information, or a check- p.m. on Sunday, November 11, in The rector of the UCU, the Rev. Borys keynote speaker the Rev. Gudziak. mark on the path of life after which a stu- Chicago at the Ukrainian Cultural Center, Gudziak, will speak at both events. On Tickets are available for all events dent can say ‘I got a degree,’ ” said John 2247 W. Chicago Ave.; a dinner at 7 p.m., Saturday, November 17, during the after- through the UCEF or through local repre- Kurey, president of the UCEF, as he following a divine liturgy at 5 p.m. and noon prior to the dinner in Whippany, the announced the fall schedule of events. welcoming reception at 6 p.m., on Rev. Gudziak will attend the service at sentatives. To order tickets or to locate a “Rather, every aspect of the UCU is Saturday, November 17, in Whippany, St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan to local representative, contact Nell involved with the formation of students N.J., at the new Ukrainian American commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Andrzejewski at the UCEF office, 773- into individuals who will have the knowl- Cultural Center of New Jersey, 60C N. 1932-1933 Holodomor in Ukraine. 235-8462, or e-mail [email protected]. edge and skills to make choices in life Jefferson Road; a luncheon at 1 p.m. on On November 4 in New York and on Donations for the UCU are always that are respectful of themselves, and of Sunday, November 18, in Yonkers, N.Y. November 11 in Chicago, the keynote welcome. For those not able to attend an others, to make decisions that are consid- at the Ukrainian Youth Center, 301 speaker at the events will be Myroslav event, but interested in contributing to the erate and generous,” he continued. “The Palisade Ave.; a rector’s dinner (time to Marynovych, most recently the director UCU, tax-deductible donations can be years at UCU allow students to become be announced) on Tuesday, November of UCU’s Institute of Religion and sent to: Ukrainian Catholic Education confident people, complete in their faith, 20, in Toronto; a “Holodnyi Obid” at Society and currently vice-rector of Foundation, 2247 W. Chicago Ave., who will then go on to be admirable and 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, in UCU. Mr. Marynovych, a scholar, a Chicago, IL 60622. Please make checks loving parents and spouses and good citi- Edmonton at the Ukrainian Youth human-rights activist and a former Soviet payable to the UCEF. All donations are zens. And some will go on to become Association (SUM) Hall, 9615 153rd prisoner of conscience, speaks eloquently tax-deductible.

independence under its first three presidents Ukrainian Fulbright... with the experience of his own country. Soyuzivka... Tensions surface... (Continued from page 1) Just like Ukraine, the U.S. in 1801 under (Continued from page 5) (Continued from page 1) Ukraine – change must come from within. its third president, Thomas Jefferson, was and concerts take place. Our campers and president’s bureaucracy in Ukraine’s Those sentiments were echoed by U.S. divided between two foreign powers, guests truly felt “the heat” this summer as regions. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor Jr., England and France, trying to determine its the old air conditioning system could no After the replacements, Tymoshenko an ardent supporter of the Fulbright pro- relationship between them. Both Jefferson longer handle the increased usage. The Bloc National Deputy-Elect Mykola gram. and Yushchenko are romantics, Mr. Taylor system can no longer simply be simply Tomenko said at an October 24 press con- He also drew upon the advice of Mr. said. At the time, the U.S. was geographi- patched up, but requires a complete ference that the decision appears as though replacement and the installation of a mod- Wolfensohn, who called upon Ukrainians to cally divided between the North and South “Ivan Pliusch and Viktor Baloha formed ern, efficient cooling system. confront the corruption that corrodes the and wealthy oligarchs dominated the econo- some kind of an informal coalition with The second capital improvement proj- nation’s fabric. my, he said. Viktor Yanukovych.” The coalition’s partic- ect involves the replacement and restora- ipants should be making such decisions, not “I encourage you to raise the ‘c-word,’” “Nationhood accelerated in 1812 in a tion of the Veselka floor, which is buckling those three politicians, he added. Mr. Taylor said, referring to how corruption war with a former colonial power,” Mr. in spots after years of constant use. The Furthermore, the new Ternopil State was referred to when Mr. Wolfensohn first Taylor said. “We don’t want to go that far. artwork of the late artist, Edward Kozak, Oblast Administration chair, Yurii became president at the World Bank. We need to stop short of that.” which graces the walls of Veselka is in Chyzhmaria, 33, is from the Zakarpattia Mr. Taylor compared Ukraine’s years of The comment drew nervous laughter. desperate need of restoration, and the Oblast, which is mostly controlled by Mr. artist’s son has generously agreed to begin Baloha, and the appointment reveals a hint the restoration process. As we commence of political intrigue, observers said. the, literally, top-to-bottom improvements, “I understand that surely some in the the tired, age-worn Veselka interior and Presidential Secretariat believe there aren’t lavatories will get a cosmetic face-lift. qualified people in Ternopil,” Mr. Tomenko Another much-needed capital project is said. “But I believe it’s disrespectful to pool repair, and that too will commence Ternopil to appoint young boys from off-season. Zakarpattia to govern the oblast.” As always, Nestor Paslawsky, our gen- Meanwhile, the Higher Administrative eral manager, and all of us at the Ukrainian Court continued reviewing election appeals National Association will work with all of filed by five parties, including the Socialist our partner organizations to meet their Party of Ukraine, the Communist Party of needs to ensure that their Soyuzivka expe- Ukraine and the Progressive Socialist Party rience is an extraordinary one. of Ukraine. We will be turning to our membership, After listening to arguments the court is friends of Soyuzivka and the community supposed to reach a decision by the week’s for help with these and other capital proj- ects. As we go forward, in order to make end, after which the election results will be the foundation a success, donations will finalized with their publication in two offi- need to play an increasing role. cial government daily newspapers. We are excited about these develop- In theory, the first session of the ments and thank all of our members and Verkhovna Rada could convene next week, although the Constitution of Ukraine stipu- Zenon Zawada supporters for their devotion. We look for- Ukraine Fulbright Program Director Myron Stachiw (left), former director Dr. ward to unveiling more development lates that elected deputies have approxi- Martha Bohachevsky-Chomiak and National Council for Cultural and Spiritual plans over the coming months. mately a one-month deadline to convene Issues Chair Mykola Zhulynskyi at the 10th annual Fulbright conference in Kyiv We cannot thank you each one of you the Rada’s first session. on October 19. enough for your hard work and efforts, as Politicians from Ukraine’s major politi- well as your financial support. Please con- cal forces said the appealing parties are tinue to be generous as we reach out to stalling to prevent the Verkhovna Rada’s government that reflects the will of you over the next few months as our capi- sixth convocation from emerging. Resolution introduced... Ukrainian voters and advances political tal project campaign unfolds. For example, the Socialist Party’s lawyer (Continued from page 3) stability and democratic development, Together we will create an entity that fell ill during the October 24 hearings, received treatment from paramedics and of democracy and the rule of law, and with a special focus on the constitutional will help preserve and perpetuate our framework, in order to address the Ukrainian traditions, language and values couldn’t continue. But he also asked the combating corruption, in Ukraine will fur- important issues facing Ukraine; and – a center for future generations to love court not to begin listening to arguments ther strengthen its independence and sov- “(6) pledges its continued assistance to and cherish. The Soyuzivka Heritage without him. ereignty, enhancing Ukraine’s aspirations the further development of a free and Center needs every one of us. Perhaps not coincidentally, the Socialist for full integration with the West and serv- transparent democratic system in Ukraine We thank you for making 2007 an Party is most opposed to the sixth convoca- ing as a positive role model for other post- based on the rule of law, a free market extraordinary season, and we look for- tion convening because it lost all its seats Soviet countries; economy and consolidation of Ukraine’s ward to seeing you back at Soyuzivka in following the September 30 parliamentary “(5) calls for the timely formation of a security and sovereignty.” the spring of 2008. elections. 18 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43 No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 19 Twin Cities present annual Ukrainian Heritage Day

by Michael J. Kozak was carried out by the past “kniahynia” (princess) and “kniaz” (prince) of the fes- MINNEAPOLIS – Numerically not a tival, Daria Silvan and Mark Iwaskewycz. very large Ukrainian community, the The entire program was conducted in Twin Cities – Minneapolis and St. Paul – Ukrainian and English, with Luba frequently demonstrate that they are as Lewytzkyj and Romanna Wasylewych active as larger Ukrainian settlements. serving as mistresses of ceremony. The annual Ukrainian Heritage Day is The first item on the program was a the best example of such activity. This beautiful musical composition played by year the event was held at the Ukrainian Ms. Wasylevych. A selection of Events Center on September 16. Ukrainian songs was performed by Thanks to the efforts of Dr. Walter Natalka Kramarevsky and Galina Anastas, Gov. Tim Pawlenty proclaimed Gabriella, and a duet by Sviltlana Uniat the day of the festival as Ukrainian and Julia Oparysta, accompanied by the Heritage Day in Minnesota. In his procla- Rev. Kumka on accordion, followed. mation the governor stressed that The vocal trio Ukrainochky – Stefania “Americans of Ukrainian descent com- and Kristina Korsunsky and Daria pose a substantial portion of the Twin Kushnir – performed with much energy Cities metropolitan area and of the State and youthful vigor as they sang two of Minnesota and contribute significantly happy songs. They were accompanied on to the ethnic and cultural diversity. They the violin by Taras Umrysh, who during contribute significantly to the educational Oleh Gregoret his own solo performance proved that he and scientific fabric of the state by pro- is not only a good violin player but a vio- The Iwaskewycz family instrumental group performs. ducing a significant number of educators, lin virtuoso. professionals and have enlarged the ranks A surprise performance by Juri of businesspeople and entrepreneurs.” Krynychenko, a young visitor from At the festival there were several tents Ukraine, included two Ukrainian patriot- and tables where one could obtain sam- ic songs and a sample of Ukrainian rap ples of all kinds of Ukrainian traditional music, accompanied on guitar by Mike foods or delicious pastry and bakery Popadiuk. items. Inside the spacious auditorium, the A very pleasant impression was made Ukrainian emblem, the trident, and the by eight young men representing the national musical instrument, the bandura, Ukrainian Baptist congregation as they formed the backdrop for the stage. On sang two songs with religious themes. both sides of the auditorium there were Much sentimental feeling was generated tables with displays, as well as Ukrainian among the audience when two songs arts and crafts, jewelry and souvenirs that “My Ukraine” and “Dola” (Fate) were were available for purchase. performed by the Voronchak Family – a Other eye-catching tables had inform- mother and her three young daughters, ative materials pertaining to the educa- Maria, Ola and Hala. tion of youth in Ukrainian subjects. The The Iwaskewycz instrumental quartet purpose of this campaign was to encour- presented of Ukrainian country wedding age parents to enroll their children in the melodies, and Cheremosh, under the Saturday Ukrainian schools. Thanks to artistic direction of Ken Matlashevsky, the efforts of Dmytro Tataryn, his wife, performed superbly. Volodymyr Helen, and teacher Volodymyra Anastaziewsky eloquently provided Kramarchuk, one could see samples of The Cheremosh Dancers present a lively number. explanations for the dances from differ- the students’ work and obtain informa- ent regions of Ukraine. tion about St. Constantine School. Lidia As the festival came to a close, the attendance by Ukrainians and non- A young college student, Daria Silvan, Poletz represented Ss. Michael and performed a very important function: selection and crowning of the “kniahy- Ukrainians alike. A special thank-you was George School. Her display included a dressed in a Ukrainian costume, she nia” and “kniaz” was held. The winners extended to those who provided financial number of children’s and youth journals appeared on stage four times during the were Maria Voronchak and Zenko support: the family of Robert and Lydia in the Ukrainian language. entire program and delivered a short Dawydowycz. Iwaskewycz, the Ukrainian Credit Union At another table, Taras Megits, on explanation of both glorious and sad This year’s Ukrainian Heritage Day and a large number of business establish- behalf of the University of Minnesota episodes from the history of Ukraine. festival was a huge success with a large ments where Ukrainians are employed. Ukrainian Students Club, provided infor- mation about studying at the university or other institutions of higher education. A representatives of the Ukrainian American Youth Association, with the help of a video, encouraged the young people to join the Ukrainian dance ensemble Cheremosh. In a separate room, next to the audito- rium, much interest was generated by the display of peasants’ attire from the past as worn in various parts of Ukraine. The festival was sponsored by: St. Contantine Ukrainian Catholic Church, St. Katherine Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Ss. Michael and George Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Association of American Youth of Ukrainian Descent (ODUM), Ukrainian American Youth Association, Ukrainian Credit Union, Ukrainian Engineers’ Society and the Ukrainian Event Center. Each year, on a rotating basis, one of the parishes is in charge of organizing the festival. This year that function was carried out by St. Katherine’s Parish. The festival executive committee included Nina Chorewycz, chairman; Alex Poletz, vice-chairperson; Bob Kuczwarskyj, secretary; Zenon Dawydowycz, treasurer; Mr. Anastas, Maria Odermann, Renee Bell, Valia Poletz, Oksana Bryn, Zina Poletz, Paul Jablonsky, Michaeline Raymond, Mykola Kramarevsky and Romanna Vasylevych, members. The official opening of the program 20 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43

The Board of Directors NOTESNOTES ONON PEOPLEPEOPLE of the Ukrainian Institute of America cordially invites you to an Awards Ceremony and Reception City councillor honoring screen, stage and television headliner seeks re-election NEW BRITAIN, Conn. – City Councillor Adam Platosz, long active in Ukrainian American affairs in the Northeast, is seeking re-election to the JACK PALANCE City Council in this central Connecticut city of more than 70,000. on the anniversary of his death. Mr. Platosz, the City Council liaison to the New Britain Chamber of Commerce, has been active in local poli- tics and government for more than 30 years and has served three terms on the The Palance family will be in attendance to receive Honorary City Council, first on an at-large basis Memberships in the Ukrainian Institute of America from 1989 to 1993 and over the last two years from his council district, where he has lived for 37 years. His council dis- trict is home to the Taras Shevchenko Highway (Route 9). An Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor, “My goal is to improve the quality of Jack Palance was also a staunch defender life for all city residents,” said Mr. Adam Platosz Platosz. “I want to ensure that the neigh- of his Ukrainian ancestry. borhoods of my district are safe and that his constituents with a public safety residents have access to quality schools award. and city services. On the council Mr. Mr. Platosz, a widower and the father Platosz, a computer operator and data of two grown children, is proud of his processing professional, is working to ethnic heritage. He has served as secre- lower electric rates, decrease blight and tary of Ukrainian National Association Friday Evening, November 9th, 2007, 7:00 P.M. give support to job-creation policies tied Branch 254. He formerly served as presi- Ukrainian Institute of America to the downtown revitalization. dent of the local branch of the Ukrainian City Councillor Platosz’s political American Youth Association and has 2 East 79th Street at 5th Avenue, New York City resume also includes 21 years of service been a member of the Ukrainian on the City Democratic Town National Home of Hartford. Mr. Platosz Committee. He is also an elected justice is a parishioner of St. Mary’s Ukrainian Reservations Required: of the peace. He has been recognized by Orthodox Church. RSVP by November 1st to (212) 288-8660 “Notes on People” is a feature geared toward reporting on the achievements of members of the or [email protected] Ukrainian National Association and the Ukrainian community. All submissions should be concise due to space limitations and must include the person’s UNA branch number (if applicable). Items will be published as soon as possible after their receipt. No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 21

COMMUNITY CHRONICLE Cook County official recognizes Ukrainian school Ukrainians of Southwest Florida elect officers, present scholarship

CHICAGO – Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas (right) presents Iryna NORTH PORT, Fla. – The Ukrainian American Club of Southwest Florida recently Tsenglevich (second from right) with a certificate honoring the Ukrainian Youth elected its board of directors for 2007-2009. Over 100 members attended the Association Ridna Shkola for teaching the Ukrainian language. In a reception in luncheon meeting at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club, during which the club her downtown Chicago office, Ms. Pappas honored schools that teach languages also honored its first scholarship recipient, Liliya Dzuga. Seen above are club offi- to 28 ethnic communities in Chicagoland. Such schools “honor their heritages and cers (from left): Christyna Bodnar Sheldon, second vice-president; Lieda Boyko, are a source of social richness for our community and our whole society,” Ms. first vice-president; Nancy Wosny, treasurer; Klara Szpiczka, member at large; Pappas said, adding that, “A child who has learned a foreign language well has an Atanas Kobryn, public relations; Daria Tomashosky, president; Halyna Lisnyczyi, invaluable tool for the future.” At left is Pat Michalski, assistant to Ms. Pappas on corresponding secretary; and Doris Horbachevsky, recording secretary. (Levko ethnic affairs, with Kenneth Gunn, first deputy commissioner for Human Relations Klos, member at large, is missing from the photo.) Below, Mrs. Dzuga (holding for the City of Chicago. plaque) is seen with members of the Scholarship Committee (from left): Ms. Sheldon, Gene Tomashosky, Victor Lisnyczyj, Vira Bodnaruk and Roxolana Newark Ukrainians meet with city officials Yarymovich. by Walter Bodnar (Maplewood, Irvington and the Oranges). Chief Campos and four other policemen NEWARK, N.J. – On Thursday, also were present at the meeting and report- September 20, at 6 p.m. Mayor Cory ed on the aftermath of multiple murders Booker, Police Director Garry McCarthy that occurred last summer in the Vailsburg and West Ward Councilman Ronald C. area of Newark. They reported that the Rice met with a group of Newarkers to Mount Vernon School murderers and the apprise them on the progress made in the Ellery Avenue murderers have been appre- first year of Mr. Booker’s mayoralty. hended and arrested. The 70-strong audience was mainly There is a continuous police patrol pres- from the west district, the Vailsburg/lvy ent at the school and the nearby Ivy Hill Hill section community of Newark where apartments where much crime is perpetrat- Ukrainians, East Europeans and other eth- ed. Ivy Hill is a large complex of affordable nics reside. However, the majority of the living quarters where many Ukrainians and audience was black. other ethnics live. There is also a large Mayor Booker reported much progress – number of elderly Jews who immigrated especially in the police-related area – but from the Soviet Union. stated that there is much more to be done. The Ivy Hill area is attractive to resi- He appealed to the audience to help him. dents since it is a hub for many bus lines, The city of Newark is plagued by near providing inexpensive transportation for insurmountable problems, such as by cor- commuters to other New Jersey cities, New ruption related to the former administra- York City, rail and airport connections, and tion, a shortage of funds, a high crime rate, major shopping malls. UNA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE unemployment, an excessive high school The meeting stimulated discussion and drop-out rate, teen pregnancies, teen gangs, interest among participants. Many ques- announces that the welfare dependency, etc. tions were presented to the main speakers. Philadelphia District Many Ukrainians started their lives and Walter Bodnar and Bozhena careers in Newark and have since moved to Olshaniwsky of Americans for Human Fall Organizing Meeting more prestigious communities. Rights in Ukraine (AHRU) attended this will be held on An experienced and seasoned crime meeting and handed out bilingual articles Sunday, November 11, 2007 fighter, Mr. McCarthy has 26 years’ experi- written about activities of members of the at 12:00 noon at ence in the New York City police adminis- city government. The Ukrainian Educational and Cultural Center tration. He prepared a blueprint for short- The two activists also notified city offi- 700 Cedar Rd. and long-term solutions of Newark’s major cials about the upcoming annual Ukrainian Jenkintown, PA 19046 crime problems, the main thrust being Festival at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian cooperation with other law enforcement Catholic Church on Sandford Avenue on Obligated to attend the meetings as voting members are District Committee Officers, Convention Delegates, and two delegates and security agencies like the FBI, the New Saturday, September 29, and the celebra- from the following branches: 10, 83, 116, 153, 162, Jersey State Police: Parole boards and the tion of the 100th anniversary of this parish 163, 173, 216, 231, 239, 245, 247, 339, 347, 362, 397 police departments of the adjacent cities on Sunday, November 4. All UNA members are welcome as guests at the meeting.

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prime minister and appeases the hunger of which was written down in the coalition Ukraine’s Orange... all the OU-PSD constituents for political deal, is to abolish the military draft in Holocaust... (Continued from page 2) jobs, the problem of how to mobilize 226 Ukraine as of the beginning of 2008 and (Continued from page 4) mentary mandates versus OU-PSD’s 72. votes for each individual piece of legisla- switch to a fully professional army in Dr. Chameides said that Yad Vashem Furthermore, she agreed to endorse a pack- tion in the future will remain an issue. 2009. points to a controversial letter welcom- age of 12 bills ahead of the expected vote The Lytvyn Bloc, which could stabilize When asked about the plan on the side- ing the Germans that Metropolitan on her approval as prime minister in the the slim Orange majority, is not eager to lines of the October 18 congress in Lisbon, Sheptytsky wrote in 1941. But he said newly elected Parliament. Some of the reveal its political preferences or appetites. President Yushchenko told reporters that it’s important to understand how many Perhaps it is just waiting for a worthy piece proposed bills, including one on the “I’d like to tell my political friends and Ukrainians were killed by the Soviets in of post-election pie in exchange for its role Cabinet of Ministers, significantly rein- colleagues: They may develop certain the decade before that, and how western of kingmaker. But what if the Lytvyn Bloc visions at their level or they may not, but force presidential powers at the expense of Ukraine had been treated by the Soviets has decided not to meddle in what seems to today I’d advise them to follow the those of the prime minister. from 1939 to 1941. “It’s what he did in be an unavoidable exchange of blows ‘National Program for the Development of But not even such concessions can guar- 1942 that really counted,” said Dr. between the YTB and the PRU, and has the Ukrainian Armed Forces.’ ” And antee that Ms. Tymoshenko will be vested Chameides. chosen an observer role? In that case, the Defense Minister Anatolii Hrytsenko, with the powers she craves. YTB and OU- According to the website of UCU’s Orange allies will need a political miracle bewildered after reading the coalition-deal PSD together have 228 votes – just two Institute of Church History (www.ichis- or two to get their ruling partnership going. passage pertaining to the military draft, more than the majority required to pass tory.org), in February 1942 the metropol- On the other hand, a restored Orange compared it with abolishing Newton’s most legislation in the Verkhovna Rada, itan wrote a letter to the head of the coalition appears to be the only way for three laws of motion. including the approval of a new Cabinet. German SS, Heinrich Himmler, deplor- Mr. Yushchenko to perpetuate hopes for Thus, the birth of a new government in Ms. Tymoshenko can expect voting dis- launching his presidential bid in 2009. If Ukraine is taking place on shaky ground ing the mass murder of the Jews. In cipline within the YTB ranks, but the OU- the president were to again nominate Mr. and amid heightened expectations of eco- November of that year he issued a pas- PSD bloc is a motley collection of nine Yanukovych as prime minister, he would nomic and political wonders. Ukraine toral letter on the same theme titled political groups. What if the interests of stand to lose even the dramatically dwin- already has its fairy-tale heroine with a “Thou Shalt Not Kill.” one of these groups are not duly taken into dled support he currently enjoys in western fetching blonde braid – now comes the “The Talmud says ‘he who saves one account in the distribution of post-election Ukraine. Ms. Tymoshenko has unequivo- time for her to work her magic. life saves an entire world.’ Metropolitan spoils? In such a situation, it would not cally declared that she would immediately Andrey, Klymentii and the Studites appear to be difficult to persuade just three start working on her presidential bid if she saved a number of worlds,” said Dr. lawmakers from a dissatisfied OU-PSD fails to get the post of prime minister. Chameides. “We are eternally grateful.” component to skip or abstain from a cru- It is easy to predict that, given the cur- USAID... Dr. Chameides, who had returned to cial vote. rent distribution of political sympathies in (Continued from page 6) Ukraine with his wife, Jean, to visit It also seems unlikely that the PRU will places from his childhood, was invited to Ukraine, Mr. Yushchenko has no chance of should rally around the U.S.-Ukraine allow the Orange Revolution allies to qualifying for the second round in the next speak by Myroslav Marynovych, presi- Foundation and insist that federal funding adopt the 12 bills Ms. Tymoshenko has presidential polls. But keeping Ms. dent of the Institute of Religion and be continued for this organization. promised to endorse, which are sine qua Tymoshenko in the government would Society of the Ukrainian Catholic USUF’s cost-effectiveness stands in non for starting the new government. provide Mr. Yushchenko a glimmer of University. The PRU will almost certainly demand hope – either by satisfying her political marked contrast to the many USAID con- separate votes on each of the proposed appetite, or by tarnishing her image as a tractors that have received enormous *** bills in order to exhaust the combat spirit competent and efficient politician who can amounts of money but failed to produce of the Orange allies and nip their coalition- deliver on her promises. measurable results. Further information about the UCU in building effort in the bud. Attempts to Ms. Tymoshenko has made a lot of We cannot allow short-sighted bureau- English and Ukrainian is available on the block the parliamentary rostrum and even unworkable election promises during the crats to undermine U.S. national security university’s website at www.ucu.edu.ua. fistfights among lawmakers are not out of campaign, including one on returning lost interests in favor of rank cronyism and the Readers may also contact the Ukrainian the question – and are even likely – at the Soviet-era savings to Ukrainians within the ineptitude that operates under the slogan Catholic Education Foundation, 2247 W. inauguration of a new Verkhovna Rada. next two years – an endeavor that would of “business as usual.” Nor should we tol- Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60622; phone, But even if the Orange coalition man- require a sum equal to Ukraine’s annual erate the implicit message that when it 773-235-8462; e-mail, [email protected]; ages to pass the 12 bills to please Mr. budget. comes to federal contacts “Ukrainian website, www.ucef.org. The phone number Yushchenko, approves Ms. Tymoshenko as Another apparently unrealistic pledge, Americans need not apply.” of the UCEF in Canada is 416-239-2495. No. 43 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 23 OUT AND ABOUT

November 1 Meet the author – Andrew Evans, “Bradt Travel Chicago Yuriy Tarnawsky, Ukrainian Institute of Modern Washington Guide to Ukraine,” Embassy of Ukraine, Art, 773-227-5522 http://arlingtonsistercity.org/events/ November 10 Pavlychenko Folklorique Ensemble 40th anniversary November 2 Fall social, The Washington Group, Leopold’s Café, Saskatoon, SK gala, Saskatoon Inn Hotel and Conference Center, Washington 240-381-0993 306-242-1440

November 2 Okean Elzy concert, Millennium Theater, November 10 Lecture by Michael Moser, “How Galicians Became Brooklyn, NY 718-615-9797 New York Ukrainians – Ukrainian Language and Education of the Early Galician Populists,” Shevchenko Scientific November 3 Graduation banquet and ball, Taras Shevchenko Society, 212-254-5130 Parma, OH School of Ukrainian Studies, 440-886-3223 or 330-554-6429 November 10-11 20th anniversary of St. Andrew Ukrainian Bloomingdale, IL Orthodox Church, Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus, November 3 Ephyra – Unplugged, performance to benefit the 630-202-5331 Chicago Hayda Education Fund, St. Joseph Hall, [email protected] November 11 Fund-raiser for Ukrainian Catholic University, Chicago Ukrainian Cultural Center, [email protected] November 3 Okean Elzy concert, FUR Nightclub, Washington www.to4ka.com or 301-793-1818 or 202-842-3401 November 14 Photo exhibit “The Ukrainian Insurgent Army: A New York Historical Overview,” The Ukrainian Museum, November 3 Pub night, Ukrainian American Sports Club Dnipro, 212-228-0110 Baltimore 410-967-0501

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November 4 35th anniversary of Ukrainian Music Society of • Persons who submit any materials must provide a complete mailing address and day- time phone number where they may be reached if any additional information is required. Edmonton, AB Alberta, Ukrainian National Federation hall, • News stories should be sent in not later than 10 days after the occurrence of a given event. 780-469-4890 • All materials must be typed and double-spaced. • Photographs (originals only, no photocopies or computer printouts) submitted for publication November 4 Presentation by Katja Kolcio, “History of Sound must be accompanied by captions. Photos will be returned only when so requested and Middletown, CT and Motion,” The Green Street Arts Center, accompanied by a stamped, addressed envelope. 860-685-7871 • Full names (i.e., no initials) and their correct English spellings must be provided. • Newspaper and magazine clippings must be accompanied by the name of the publication November 4 Ukrainian Fall Festival, United Ukrainian Orthodox and the date of the edition. Somerset, NJ Sisterhoods of the U.S.A., Ukrainian Cultural • Information about upcoming events must be received one week before the date of The Center, 610-925-4772 Weekly edition in which the information is to be published. • Unsolicited materials submitted for publication will be returned only when so requested and accompanied by a stamped, addressed envelope. November 5 Lecture by Olenka Pevny, “Breaking the Barriers of Cambridge, MA Princely Patronage: The Fresco Cycle of St. Cyril of MAILING ADDRESS: The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Alexandria and Byzantine Religiosity in Medieval Parsippany, NJ 07054. Kyiv,” Harvard University, 617-495-4053 E-MAIL SUBMISSIONS: Materials may be sent to The Weekly also via e-mail to the address [email protected]. November 10 Shumka Ukrainian Dancers Gala, Jubilee Please call or send query via e-mail before electronically sending anything other than Edmonton, AB Auditorium, 780-455-9559 Word documents. This applies especially to photos, as they must be scanned according to our specifications in order to be properly reproduced in our newspaper. November 10 Book presentation of “Like Blood in Water” by Any questions? Call 973-292-9800. PREVIEW OF EVENTS (Continued from page 24) Cultural Center of New Jersey, 60 N. Jefferson Road. Music will be by Tempo. Tickets for the dance are $25. Hotel rooms can be reserved at the nearby Ramada (Route 10, East Hanover) at a special rate, with bus shuttle service available before the dance and after.

Sunday, December 2

WARREN, Mich.: An open house and informative reception for the Ukrainian Catholic University will take place at St. Josephat’s Banquet Center, 26440 Ryan Road. For more information contact UCEF, 773-235-8462. 24 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2007 No. 43

PREVIEW OF EVENTS Soyuzivka’s Datebook Saturday, November 3 moderated by Yuri Shevchuk, the film club’s director. The event is free and November 9-11 NEW YORK: The Shevchenko open to the public. Plast Orlykiada Weekend Scientific Society invites all to a lec- ture by Elehie Natalie Skoczylas, Friday, November 9 vice-president and director of research, QEV Analytics, titled NEW YORK: A special Armistice “Elections 2007: Political Parties, Day edition of Bandura Downtown Electorate and the Future of Ukraine.” titled “Soldiers’ Songs” is dedicated to The lecture will take place at the soci- the songs of the young Ukrainians ety’s building, 63 Fourth Ave. who fought on the Eastern Front of (between Ninth and 10th streets), at 5 the Great War (1914-1918) in the p.m. For additional information call armies of the tsar and the Austro- 212-254-5130. Hungarian emperor. Bandura To book a room or event call: (845) 626-5641, ext. 140 216 Foordmore Road P.O. Box 529 Downtown is produced by the New Sunday, November 4 Kerhonkson, NY 12446 York Bandura Ensemble in collabora- E-mail: [email protected] tion with the Ukrainian Wave, a com- Website: www.Soyuzivka.com SOMERSET, N.J.: A Ukrainian Fall munity cultural initiative of the Center Festival will be held at 11 a.m.-6 pm. for Traditional Music and Dance, and at the Ukrainian Cultural Center, 135 The Ukrainian Museum. The event Davidson Ave. Performers include: takes place at the museum, 222 E. Iskra Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, Sixth St. (between Second Avenue and Barvinok Dance Group and the Bowery), at 7 p.m. Admission: Kalynonka Bandura Duo. There will $15 (reception to follow). Call 212- also be children’s activities; a market- 228-0110 for reservations, or 212- place featuring jewelry, Ukrainian 995-2640 for additional information. embroidery, ceramics, pysanky, scarves, Ukrainian crafts and sou- Saturday, November 10 venirs, CDs and DVDs, paintings; a food court; a raffle; and museum WHIPPANY, N.J.: Ukrainian tours. Get your Christmas shopping National Women’s League of America, done early by visiting our marketplace Branch 75, cordially invites you to our for unique gifts. Admission: adults, Zabava “Let’s Dance” at 8:30 p.m. at $5; children, free. For information the Ukrainian American Cultural contact Sophia Bilinsky, 610-925- Center of New Jersey, 60 N. Jefferson 4775 or [email protected]. Road. So, put on those dancing shoes, a gardenia in your hair (optional for NEW YORK: A benefit for the gentlemen) and join us for a wonderful Ukrainian Catholic University, featur- evening of music and dancing to the ing Myroslav Marynovych and swaying sounds of Tempo, plus sur- Bishop Dionisiy Liakhovych, will be prises. Advance-purchase tickets, $30; held at 2 p.m. at 140 Second Ave. student tickets, $20; tickets at door, Please RSVP to New York Self $35; cash bar. For information, tickets Reliance Association, 98 Second Ave., and table reservations call Bozenna New York, NY 10003. For more infor- Polanskyj, 973-584-4080. mation call Oksana Lopatynska, 212- 777-1336. Sunday, November 11

Thursday, November 8 CHICAGO: A benefit for the Ukrainian Catholic University, featur- NEW YORK: As part of its series ing Myroslav Marynovych and “Ukraine: A View from the West,” the Bishop Dionisiy Liakhovych, will be Ukrainian Film Club of Columbia held at 1 p.m. at the Ukrainian University will screen “The Cultural Center, 2247 W. Chicago Unknown” (La Sconosciuta), 2006, a Ave. For more information contact drama by the world-acclaimed Italian UCEF, 773-235-8462. filmmaker and Oscar-winner Giuseppe Tornatore. This is a story of Iryna, a Saturday, November 17 Ukrainian woman ensnared and turned into a sex slave by Italian criminals. It WHIPPANY, N.J: A benefit for the focuses on the problem of human traf- Ukrainian Catholic University, featur- ficking from Ukraine and Eastern ing Father Borys Gudziak, will begin Europe that has increasingly attracted with a divine liturgy at 5 p.m., followed the attention of Western filmmakers by a reception at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 and the general public. “La p.m. Venue: Ukrainian American Sconosciuta,” is a first-class thriller, Cultural Center of New Jersey, 60 N. visually rich and supported by grip- Jefferson Road. For more information ping music composed by Ennio contact UCEF, 773-235-8462. Morricone. It is Italy’s entry for the Oscar’s best foreign language film Friday, November 23 award in 2008. The screening is at 7:30 p.m., in 702 Hamilton Hall, WHIPPANY, N.J.: The Chornomortsi Columbia University, 1130 fraternity of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Amsterdam Ave. (subway No. 1 to Organization is having its annual 116th Street). The film is in the Italian dance, “Morskyi Ball,” starting at 9:30 language with English subtitles. A p.m. at the Ukrainian American question-and-answer session and dis- cussion after the screening will be (Continued on page 23)

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