He was the Pope of Mercy. Ukrainian Cardinal Bychko on the legacy of Francis.

A press conference was held in Rome with Bishop Mykola Bychko, who is the bishop for Ukrainian Catholics in Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania. He called for unity and dedication to Christian values. This was reported by the Ukrainian Catholic Church.Bychko addressed influential spiritual leaders from Australia, Oceania, and New Zealand. He referred to Pope Francis as the 'Pope of Mercy' and emphasized his pastoral support. In conclusion, Bychko urged to preserve the legacy of Pope Francis: 'mercy, simplicity, love for the poor, and tireless work for peace'.Mykola Bychko shared that he is preparing to join the College of Cardinals and considers this moment historic for the Church and the world. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky might not attend the funeral of Pope Francis at the Vatican, but Ukraine will be represented. The president noted that Ukraine should be represented at the Pope's funeral, given the Vatican's assistance in the return of Ukrainian children and the exchange of prisoners, as well as good relations with the Pope.

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During the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome, Bishop Mykola Bychko delivered a speech calling for unity and dedication to Christian values. He paid tribute to Pope Francis and emphasized the importance of his pastoral support. Bychko urged to preserve the legacy of Pope Francis, which includes mercy, simplicity, love for the poor, and work for peace. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky may not attend the Pope's funeral, yet Ukraine will be represented at the ceremony. Zelensky highlighted the importance of relations with the Vatican and assistance in the return of Ukrainian children and the exchange of prisoners.