Three Patriarchs urge to support Christians in Syria
Three Patriarchs. Photo: orthodoxtimes
Patriarch John X of Antioch and All the East held a meeting with Patriarch Aphrem II Karim of the Syrian Orthodox Church and Patriarch Youssef Absi of the Greek Catholic Church to discuss the current situation in Syria, reports OrthodoxTimes.
All three patriarchs emphasized the need for united efforts to support their believers during these challenging times. They also highlighted the importance of preserving the Christian presence in the region and strengthening the values of citizenship and peaceful coexistence.
As reported by the UOJ, the Vatican Secretary of State stated that it is too early to predict the future of Christian communities in Syria.
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