‘May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world of evil': Pope Tawadros at Easter mass
CAIRO, April 19 (MENA) – Pope Tawadros II of Alexandria and Patriarch of Saint Mark Diocese said he is always praying for abundant love and unity among all the people of Egypt, and for an end to all conflicts and wars wherever they are.
'May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world of evil,' the pontiff added in a sermon on Saturday while leading the Easter Mass at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Cairo's Abbasiya district.
Pope Tawadros thanked Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Shikeh Ahmed El Tayyeb, former Interim President Adly Mansour, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli, as well as the speakers of the House of Representatives and the Senate for their Easter greetings.
He also thanked all ministers, provincial governors, heads of national councils, leaders of political parties, heads of universities and judicial bodies, as well as members of the police and armed forces, diplomats, representatives of media outlets, and public figures for their Easter greetings and good wishes.
Earlier today, Pope Tawadros led the Easter Mass, in the presence of a presidential representative and a great host of ministers, senior statesmen, diplomats, and public and media figures.
The pontiff is expected to receive well-wishers on Easter tomorrow morning at the papal headquarters in Abbasiya.
During a phone call with the top church figure yesterday, the grand Imam of Al-Azhar extended Easter greetings to the pontiff and all Christian brothers, noting that these occasions offer a great opportunity to renew the bonds of brotherhood, love, and harmony among all Egyptians. (MENA)
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