Head of UOC-KP Filaret accuses UAOC in collaboration with Moscow

The head of the UOC of the Kiev Patriarchate Filaret has accused the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church in serving the interests of Moscow, reports by PMG

"Regarding the Autocephalous Church, the Autocephalous Church does not have a great influence in Ukraine. It only prevents and serves the interests of Moscow. People should know and understand that," he stressed.

This was said by the head of the UOC-KP on September 11 at the consecration of the Holy Virgin Church in the town of Perechin.

As reported, before leaving Filaret spoke with journalists and answered their questions.

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