{"id":2052,"date":"2026-07-29T15:16:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T15:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/?p=2052"},"modified":"2026-07-29T15:16:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T15:16:12","slug":"pride-and-gratitude-our-blood-solidarity-ambassador-rev-bernard-cocker-honoured-with-the-order-of-st-panteleimon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/ua\/pride-and-gratitude-our-blood-solidarity-ambassador-rev-bernard-cocker-honoured-with-the-order-of-st-panteleimon\/","title":{"rendered":"Pride and Gratitude: Our Blood Solidarity Ambassador Rev. Bernard Cocker Honoured with The Order of St. Panteleimon!"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cFor Outstanding Support in the Ukrainian People\u2019s Struggle for Freedom and Independence.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"942\" height=\"940\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-3.jpg 942w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-3-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-3-768x766.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-3-12x12.jpg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 942px) 100vw, 942px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a truly extraordinary and well-deserved recognition. Out of 18 distinguished nominees from across the United Kingdom put forward for this high honour, Rev. Bernard Cocker was selected as the award recipient by the council.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Story Behind the Nomination: From a Live Broadcast to a High Honour<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the team at <strong>Ukrainian House UK<\/strong> and the <strong>Blood Solidarity<\/strong> project, this milestone carries special significance because our initiative had the privilege of formally nominating Rev. Bernard Cocker for this award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remarkably, the idea to submit his nomination was born <strong>live on air during a radio broadcast<\/strong>! While reflecting in the studio on the vital humanitarian assistance provided by Rev. Bernard Cocker and <em>International Aid Trust<\/em>, as well as his active leadership as a Blood Solidarity Ambassador, the inspiration emerged to ensure his dedicated service was recognized with one of Ukraine\u2019s highest civil honours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tune In: Live Radio Interview Next Tuesday<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"719\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785313037761-719x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785313037761-719x1024.jpg 719w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785313037761-211x300.jpg 211w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785313037761-768x1093.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785313037761-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785313037761.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 719px) 100vw, 719px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are excited to announce an upcoming live discussion with Rev. Bernard Cocker <strong>next Tuesday at 4:00 PM (16:00)<\/strong> on <strong>ALL FM 96.9<\/strong>. We will talk about his award, his ongoing work for Ukraine, and our joint initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Listen live on the radio or stream online at: <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/allfm.org\/\">allfm.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proudly Supported by The National Lottery Community Fund<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rev. Bernard Cocker\u2019s ongoing dedication represents a profound example of selfless service, compassion, and commitment to the Ukrainian people. From organizing essential medical supplies and humanitarian convoys to advocating for community blood donation, his contributions continue to save lives and inspire international solidarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"949\" src=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-2-1024x949.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-2-1024x949.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-2-300x278.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-2-768x712.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-2-13x12.jpg 13w, https:\/\/ukrainianhouse.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/photo_2026-07-29_18-13-06-2.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our initiative and community outreach work under the <strong>Blood Solidarity<\/strong> project are proudly supported by funding from <strong>The National Lottery Community Fund<\/strong>, made possible by National Lottery players across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We extend our warmest congratulations to Rev. Bernard Cocker on this exceptional achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">#Ukrainianhouseuk #BloodDonationAmbassador #BLOODSOLIDARITY #NationalLottery #NationalLotteryCommunityFund #GiveBlood #ALLFM #OrderOfStPanteleimon<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cFor Outstanding Support in the Ukrainian People\u2019s Struggle for Freedom and Independence.\u201d This is a truly extraordinary and well-deserved recognition. Out of 18 distinguished nominees from across the United Kingdom put forward for this high honour, Rev. Bernard Cocker was selected as the award recipient by the council. 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