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“Not only that, but we even boast of our afflictions, knowing that afflictions proven endurance; endurance, character; and character proven hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.” (Romans 5:3-5) …

Christmas Homily, Ankawa 25/12/2014 Dear Brothers and Sisters, 1. We celebrate today the birth of Jesus Christ in such difficult and painful circumstances. We celebrate it while we are displaced from our houses and cities, but this is not the end of the world. His birth revives hope in us …

The translation of the Patriarchal Decree The original is in Arabic Introduction Before the ordained, the “Priest” announces the offering of his whole life to God and the Church. It is an offering grounded in the obedience to the superiors without any conservation. The ministry that has been delegated to …

I send to the Muslim Brothers my sincere congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, asking God to protect them and preserve our country from all evil. There is no freedom and no dignity without a real honest relationship recognizes and accepts the other as a brother …

GIANNI VALENTE ROMA «Se non ci aiuta il Signore, per noi non c’è futuro». Si avverte anche sofferenza e apprensione nel Patriarca di Babilonia dei caldei Louis Raphael I. L’apprensione del pastore che vede il gregge in pericolo. La sofferenza del figlio della Chiesa caldea che vede correre verso la …

For almost two millennia Christian communities have lived in Iraq, Syria, Egypt and elsewhere in the Middle East. These groups have contributed economically, politically, and intellectually, and have helped shape their respective cultures. Unfortunately, in the 21st century Middle Eastern Christians are being severely persecuted. When they have the means, …

A whole month passed after the plight of Iraqi Christians and Yezidis and other minorities, as if it was meant to be. The curtains have been drawn on the painful events, and 120.000 Christians are uprooted from their historical homeland because the Political Islam does not want them there, and …