Plast Australia was honoured to present the Bethlehem Peace Light (BBM) to Plast Chaplain druh o. Bohdan Vozniak, who shared it with his congregation at the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church, Parish of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin in Essendon.
The visit brought together members of the Plast community and parishioners in a spirit of unity, reflection, and hope. Plast Australia was represented by Holova KPS pl.sen.dov. Chrestyna Kmetj Hr, who spoke about the deep significance of the Bethlehem Peace Light as a symbol of peace, solidarity, and the shared responsibility to carry its message into our communities. She was joined by Holova Plast Victoria, Stanychnyi st.pl.skob Andrew Bernyk, and members of Plast Victoria.
Following the presentation, plastuny joined o. Bohdan and the congregation for lunch and took part in the parish’s Christmas activities, strengthening the bond between Plast and the local Ukrainian community. The gathering was a warm and meaningful opportunity to share fellowship and to celebrate the values of service, faith, and peace during the Christmas season.
Plast extends its sincere thanks to druh o. Bohdan Vozniak and the Parish of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin for their hospitality and for welcoming the Light of Peace into their church and community.
