With hearts full of joy, we announce and celebrate the Holy Mystery of Matrimony of Alex Piasta and Hannah Nameniuk , who were united in Christ on Saturday, July 26, 2025 , at St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Church . Surrounded by family, friends, and our parish community, Alex and Hannah exchanged vows, solemnizing their union before God. The sacrament was made all the more special by the presence of Father Richard Yanowicz , who traveled from Oregon  to officiate and bless the marriage. We are deeply grateful for his pastoral care and warmly welcomed his visit to North Dakota. As a parish family, we share in the joy of this sacred moment and pray that the Lord will richly bless Alex and Hannah’s life together. May their marriage be filled with faith, love, grace , and countless blessings for many joyful years to come. May their home be a place of peace, prayer , and shared happiness, always reflecting Christ’s love for His Church. Let us continue to keep this newly united couple in our prayers as they begin this beautiful new chapter of their journey together. Mnohaya Lita! Многая літа!

The parish community warmly welcomes all visitors who joined us for the Divine Liturgy this Sunday. We are excited to announce that volunteers from Chicago and Minneapolis will be joining us at the Camp to help with the organization! With joy and gratitude to God, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Alex and Hannah, who entered the Holy Mystery of Matrimony on July 26, 2025. May the Lord bless your union and fill your life with love, faith, and grace. May your marriage always reflect Christ’s love for His Church, and may your home be a place of peace, prayer, and shared joy. Your parish family rejoices with you on this sacred day and prays that your journey together will be richly blessed for many years. Dear parishioners, we kindly ask for your prayers for Father Taras Miles. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers during this time. Thank you. MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Lane Chruszch wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Carly Diede. The date of Marriage is August 23, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.

Today’s 8:00 AM Divine Liturgy is being offered for Josephine Shypkoski in celebration of her 90th Birthday. All parishioners of St. Demetrius and St. John’s are warmly invited to a joint Divine Liturgy at 8:00 AM at St. John’s Church, followed by a festive meal at 12:00 noon at the Belfield American Legion Hall. Please join us in honoring this joyful milestone! MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Alex Piasta wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Hannah Nameniuk. The date of Marriage is July 26, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible. MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Lane Chruszch wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Carly Diede. The date of Marriage is August 23, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.

Next Parish council meeting at St. John the Baptist Church will take place on Wednesday (07.16.2025) You’re Invited! The parishioners of St. Demetrius and St. John’s are warmly invited to attend Divine Liturgy at St. John’s Church on Sunday, July 20th, at 8:00 AM in celebration of Josephine Shypkoski’s 90th Birthday. A celebratory meal will follow at noon at the Belfield American Legion Hall. Please join us in honoring this incredible milestone! MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Alex Piasta wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Hannah Nameniuk. The date of Marriage is July 26, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible. The Saint Nicholas House is nearly ready, and we’re reaching out for your support. We would greatly appreciate donations of new items, including a small microwave, frying pans, kettles, a coffee pot.  A reminder to parents: Registration is required for participation in the Parish Camp. Please register your children using the QR code. Thank you!

You’re Invited! The parishioners of St. Demetrius and St. John’s are warmly invited to attend Divine Liturgy at St. John’s Church on Sunday, July 20th at 8:00 AM in celebration of Josephine Shypkoski’s 90th Birthday. A celebratory meal will follow at 12:00 noon at the Belfield American Legion Hall. Please join us in honoring this wonderful milestone! MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Alex Piasta wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Hannah Nameniuk. The date of Marriage is July 26, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible. The Saint Nicholas House is nearly ready, and we’re reaching out for your support to help furnish it. We would greatly appreciate donations of new items, including a small microwave, frying pans, kettles, a crockpot, a coffee pot, or other valuable household items. Thank you for your generosity and helping us complete this special parish project. Badlands Right to Life is again seeking donations for a summer rummage sale.

Thank You for Celebrating Our Parish Feast Day! We are deeply grateful to everyone who took part — from those who prayed with us, to those who brought delicious food for the potluck, and to all who helped organize the celebration. May St. John the Baptist continue to intercede for our parish and guide us in faith and unity. The Saint Nicholas House is nearly ready, and we’re reaching out for your support to help furnish it. We would greatly appreciate donations of new items, including a small microwave, frying pans, kettles, a crockpot, a coffee pot, or other valuable household items. Thank you for your generosity and for helping us complete this special parish project. Badlands Right to Life is again seeking donations for a summer rummage sale.  MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Mr. Alex Piasta wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Ms. Hannah Nameniuk. Date of Marriage: July 26, 2025. Anyone who has knowledge of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.

On Saturday, June 28, 2025 , the Ukrainian Catholic Church  experienced a moment of profound spiritual significance as nearly 7,000 faithful  gathered in St. Peter’s Basilica  in the Vatican during their official Jubilee pilgrimage under the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.” Led by His Beatitude Sviatoslav , the Head of the UGCC, the pilgrims entered through the Holy Door , symbolizing their desire for renewal and deeper communion with the universal Church. At the heart of this solemn celebration, they were joined by Pope Leo XIV , who personally addressed them at the main altar. In his warm greeting, the Pope acknowledged the deep faith and suffering of the Ukrainian people during this time of war. He expressed his solidarity, saying he shares in the pain of those grieving the loss of loved ones and the anguish of families of prisoners of war. The Holy Father reflected on the meaning of faith in the face of suffering, reminding the faithful that trusting in God's presence — even when answers seem absent — is itself a powerful testimony. He praised Ukraine’s enduring Christian witness, shaped by centuries of faithfulness, often through persecution and martyrdom. “Faith does not eliminate suffering,” he said, “but it gives us the courage to believe that life, not death, will have the final word.” Drawing inspiration from the Mother of God, so beloved in Ukrainian tradition, the Pope encouraged everyone to remain steadfast in prayer, open to hope, and active in seeking peace.  He called the pilgrimage a sign of unity with the Successor of Peter  and a powerful expression of spiritual resilience. At the conclusion of the encounter, Pope Leo XIV offered his Apostolic Blessing and took time to personally greet the UGCC bishops present in Rome for their Synod, along with a group of mothers of fallen Ukrainian soldiers , offering them words of comfort and compassion. To mark the occasion, the Ukrainian pilgrims presented the Pope with a specially commissioned icon of the Mother of God Oranta , which beautifully incorporates the images of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome  and the Patriarchal Cathedral of the Resurrection in Kyiv , along with the emblem of the Jubilee Year . The icon symbolizes the spiritual bond between the Ukrainian Church and the Holy See. This moving encounter stands as a living testimony to the unbroken ties of communion between the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church and the Apostolic See — a moment of grace in a time of trial, and a beacon of hope for a nation seeking peace.

This past Wednesday, June 25, at 7:00 PM, a special screening of the powerful documentary “A Faith Under Siege”  took place at The Belfield Theater and Performance Center , in collaboration with St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Church . The film sheds light on the hidden aggression and religious persecution carried out by Russian occupying forces against Ukrainian Christians in the occupied territories. It reveals the harsh reality of torture, the destruction of churches, the life of the underground Church, and the unwavering strength of faith in the face of oppression. For everyone in attendance, the screening was truly an eye-opening and moving experience. It served as a strong reminder that the religious freedom we enjoy today is a precious gift—one that many are still fighting and suffering for. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who joined us for this evening of reflection, prayer, and solidarity with our persecuted brothers and sisters in faith.

Join us on June 25 at 7:00 PM at The Belfield Theater and Performance Center  for the powerful documentary “A Faith Under Siege: Russia’s Hidden War on Ukraine’s Christians” Our parish of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church  is proud to co-organize this important event together with St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Church . This moving film reveals the brutal reality of religious persecution in Ukraine during the war — a story of courage, suffering, and unshakable faith.  Belfield Theater  June 25 | 7:00 PM Free Admission – Everyone is welcome! Come and bring a friend — stand in solidarity through truth and prayer.

Today, on June 22, the Parish of St. John the Baptist celebrates its Feast Day (PRAZNYK), starting with a festive Liturgy at 10:00 AM. There will be a potluck and a Bingo game. All are welcome! The Saint Nicholas House is nearly ready, and we’re reaching out for your support to help furnish it. We would greatly appreciate donations of new items, including a small microwave, frying pans, kettles, a crockpot, a coffee pot, or other valuable household items. Thank you for your generosity and for helping us complete this special parish project. Badlands Right to Life is again seeking donations for a summer rummage sale.  “A Faith Under Siege: The Russian’s Hidden War on Ukraine’s Christians.” Join us on June 25th at 7 p.m. at the Belfield Theatre for a screening of this powerful and heartbreaking story. Free admission. All are welcome to attend and witness this important, though tragic, story.

Today, June 8, the Feast of Pentecost, there will be the blessing of the cemetery of St. John the Baptist, followed by the blessing of the graveyard of St. Josaphat in Gorham.  Father Stepan will be absent from June 9 to June 20 on a pilgrimage with the All-American Youth Pilgrimage to Ohio. On Sunday, June 15, there will only be a Typika liturgy. On June 22, the Parish of St. John the Baptist will celebrate its Feast Day (PRAZNYK), starting with a festive Liturgy at 10:00 AM. There will be a potluck and a Bingo game. All are welcome! The Saint Nicholas House is nearly ready, and we’re reaching out for your support to help furnish it. We would greatly appreciate donations of new items, including a small microwave, frying pans, kettles, a crockpot, a coffee pot, or other valuable household items. Thank you for your generosity and for helping us complete this special parish project. Badlands Right to Life is again seeking donations for a summer rummage sale.  “A Faith Under Siege: The Russian’s Hidden War on Ukraine’s Christians.” Join us on June 25th at 7 p.m. at the Belford Theatre for a screening of this powerful and heartbreaking story. Free admission. All are welcome to attend and witness this important, though tragic, story.

Today, this Sunday, we will take up a special collection in support of the Annual Eparchial Appeal – Share 2025. Your generous contributions help our Eparchy provide pastoral care, support missions, and sustain the work of our Church across all parishes. On Saturday, June 7th, there will be a Liturgy at St. Demetrius Parish at 8 AM, followed by the blessing of the cemetery of St. Mary and, afterward, the cemetery of St. Demetrius. On the following day, Sunday, June 8th, during the Feast of Pentecost, the cemetery of St. John the Baptist will be blessed, followed by the cemetery of St. Josaphat in Gorham.  Badlands Right to Life is again seeking donations for the summer rummage sale.  Father Stepan will be absent from June 9th to June 20th due to a pilgrimage with the All-American Youth Pilgrimage to Ohio. On Sunday, June 15th, there will only be a Typika liturgy, which the deacon will serve. Everyone will have the opportunity to receive Holy Communion. On June 22, we will celebrate our Feast day of St. John the Baptist (PRAZNYK), starting with a festive Liturgy at 10:00 AM. There will be a potluck and a Bingo game. All are welcome!