Families received at parish in Warsaw after fleeing war in Ukraine. BBQ hosted by Knights of Columbus.

Sandbags at the side of the road are a reminder of the war zone that Ukraine remains. Hopefully the war ends soon, the devastation ends, and families can return and be reunited.

Boy in Ukrainian refugee family at ecumenical prayer service for peace at Cathedral in Przemysl, Poland - praying for peace.

Reception desk Kosice, Slovaki RR Station. In the days after 2/24/22 Russian invasion of Ukraine, 20,000 people were arriving daily - and compassionately welcomed by Cáritas (Catholic Charities) and other Church groups.

Two children with coloring books outside Chapel set up by Church at RR Station at Kosice, Slovakia.

With Ukrainian family at Kosice RR Station. Still 2000 a day arriving seeking safety here or elsewhere in Europe.

Reception center at Cracow RR Station. Ukrainian families waiting for processing and a meal upon arrival after fleeing war devastation.

Note in the background the doors of the Church are open. Faithful religious people are active in caring for people in the world well beyond the walls of the Church building. Kudos to the people of Poland welcoming refugees.

Ukrainian refugee family hosted in parish room in Cracow. Warm and welcoming.

Convent of the Sisters of Our of Mercy in Cracow has welcomed and provided hospitality to Ukrainian refugees.

Arriving in Cracow - we came voluntarily. More than 200k Ukrainian refugees had no choice but to flee from war and seek safety here. They received a compassionate welcome.

With Msgr. Peter Vaccari, President of CNEWA on flight to visit refugees from the devastating war in Ukraine.

Meeting with Ukrainian Consul General in NY prior to leaving on solidarity mission to refugees in Poland & Slovakia.

It was great to greet @GovKathyHochul this evening.

4.3 Billion of the world’s 8 Billion are either Christians or Muslims. If we could get along with one another, the world would certainly be a better, more peaceful place. Shouldn’t each of us try - not just leaders. apnews.com/article/2c43b80f8…

An example of our country's best tradition. In times of crises and humanitarian need, we take down partisan divides. The needs of neighbors-even those we disagree with, come first. We might also want to try this in non-crisis times. IJS. nypost.com/2021/02/20/aoc-ra… via @nypost

Perspectives on science, facts, truth in the current environment worth hearing. Other perspectives - also worthwhile. Interestingly, seems to be much overlap in how to look at religion these days. @JPederZane interviews Prof. John Staddon wsj.com/articles/science-nee… via @WSJ

Case study of the long lasting impact of systemic injustices. Inequalities related to race, wealth and other socio-economic factors have far-reaching tentacles. Not going away soon, yet that’s no excuse for failing to confront them now. (from @AP) apnews.com/article/cf148c852…

Important, but peripheral to the main issue - the death penalty. State must provide public order and a criminal justice system. Doesn't mean that all manner of keeping public order and all punishments should be sanctioned. apnews.com/article/religion-…

Well written about a sad and complex problem that our city deals with every day. No simple or quick answers for those struggling to find decent shelter. Laudable that significant resources are allocated to this. Yet, ongoing attention still needed. nytimes.com/2021/02/08/nyreg…