On Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Assumption in Perth Amboy, NJ, we celebrated a day dedicated to the precious institution called “family.” Family Day was a demonstration of our unity and love for God and each other. The day began at 6:15 with a Moleben to St. Joseph, who is widely recognized as the patron saint of families, fathers, and workers, and is considered a powerful intercessor for those seeking guidance and protection for their families.

After the Moleben and Candlelight Ceremony, all Family Day participants had the opportunity to enjoy Fr. Ivan’s talk on “Jesus, Mary, and Joseph as a Model for All Christian Families” and a delicious meal of pizza and fruits, lovingly prepared by parents.

After the meal, various educational and recreational activities were organized by the Sisters Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matara. Our sisters—Mother Veronica, Sr. Svitanku, and Sr. Trijtsi—gathered the youth, teenagers, and their parents in the church hall for a tournament with various games. Competitions, games, and entertainment filled the space with joyful laughter and activity. At the end, the children and adults sang the song “We Are Family.”

We hope that all those who participated in Family Day felt the warmth of our church community and the uniting power of family under God’s blessing.

We sincerely thank the Sisters, Fr. Ivan, and everyone who helped organize this event, as well as all the participants whose presence and involvement made this day unforgettable.