The on-going war in Ukraine has been causing destruction and suffering. The number of deaths, severe injuries, displaced people and homes destroyed would be unimaginable just a year ago, when the full scaled invasion started. The Jesuits and its collaborators have been in close contact with this reality since the very beginning. They have been accompanying, supporting psychologically and spiritually and providing shelter, food and other basic needs to thousands of refugees.  

Today we are sharing 3 different testimonials of 3 Ukrainian citizens that were forced to leave Ukraine. They are currently settled in Poland. They had to leave almost everything behind.   

– Always by her Parents’ Side -  Natalia’s Testimonial. 

Natalia and her family chose to stay longer in Ukraine to take care of her elderly parents who were not able to move. Despite of the constant shelling, a destroyed freezing cold apartment, no water, no food, they stayed in town until there was an opportunity to safely transport her parents. Read the whole story here. 

 –  In Poland, with the Heart in Ukraine – Nadia's Testimonial 

Nadia is a grandmother who left the family in Ukraine with the hope of creating conditions to receiving them one day. Her daughter is a doctor, and she is working at the frontline of war in Kharkiv. Nadia got precious support from JRS and was able to find a job in Poland. She can’t wait to be with her family again. Read the whole story here. 

 – A Vocation to Serve and Translate – Marta's Testimonial 

Marta was forced to leave her home and go to Poland. Once there, she looked for ways to serve. She found the local JRS office and made use of her Polish-Ukrainian translation skills to help fellow Ukrainians who found refuge in Poland.

Read the whole story here.