Ukrainian community bids farewell to Embassy’s First Secretary Starak

WASHINGTON – Oresta Starak (left), the first secretary at the Embassy of Ukraine in Washington, who is responsible for liaison with the Ukrainian community, received a very warm send-off from that community at the conclusion of her four-year tour of duty in Washington. The Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine of the Holy Family hosted a farewell reception for her after the liturgy on Sunday, November 29, to thank her for her service to Ukraine and to the community here. Among those expressing their gratitude were Bishop John Bura, Ukrainian National Information Service Director Michael Sawkiw and – musically – the church choir, with a premiere performance of Victor Morozov’s (far right) composition of “Mnohaya Lita.” In response, Ms. Starak thanked the United States and the Ukrainian American community for all that they have done for Ukraine, adding that she is leaving with a deep sense of love and respect for them. Her next diplomatic assignment has yet to be announced. Her earlier assignments included Poland and Turkmenistan. – Yaro Bihun

WASHINGTON – Oresta Starak (left), the first secretary at the Embassy of Ukraine in Washington, who is responsible for liaison with the Ukrainian community, received a very warm send-off from that community at the conclusion of her four-year tour of duty in Washington. The Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine of the Holy Family hosted a farewell … Continue reading Ukrainian community bids farewell to Embassy’s First Secretary Starak

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