ABSTRACT
In Leningrad there are eight Roman Catholic churches functioning, but there are only three Roman Catholic priests. Each Catholic church is the private property of the State. It may be leased only to twenty persons, who sign an undertaking that they are responsible for the building. It follows from this that amongst the Polish population of Leningrad there are 160 heroes. One of the repressive measures employed is the constant demand for the repair and restoration of the church. The church of St. Catherine in Leningrad is constantly undergoing forced renovation. Although it insists on these repairs and renovations, the Soviet Government does not provide any materials. In spite of the extraordinary lack of fuel in Leningrad in winter, the churches are required to be heated. There is a terrible shortage of priests in Bolshevia. New priests may not be ordained; the teaching of theology is forbidden. Particularly in White Russia is there a dearth of clergy.
