Fifth LOGOS Coptic Youth Forum closes
A number of metropolitans, bishops, priests, and public figures were present at the closing night.
A documentary was screened showing the activities of the Fifth Forum. This was followed by reading the 'Pledge' by the youth participants, led by Fr Younan Samir, the Forum Leader. The pledge contained their commitment to uphold the values they learned during the forum, to preserve and live according to the faith of the Coptic Orthodox Church, and to be ambassadors for the Church in their respective countries through their actions and words.
Pope Tawadros presented commemorative certificates to the forum youth.
Three young people from Australia, Indonesia, and the United States spoke about their personal experiences and reflections on the forum. Their heartfelt words testified to the strength of the forum's message and its profound impact. They expressed their deep appreciation of the richness, vitality, and heritage of their Coptic Orthodox Church, which they had experienced during the gathering. They cited their profound appreciation of their experience of the Divine Liturgy and the other sacraments, as well as the fatherly love they had personally experienced from Pope Tawadros. These sentiments were echoed by many other participants in interviews presented during the event.
The LOGOS Coptic Youth Forums for young people from around the world consistently bear the motto 'Back to the Roots', while this year's forum is held under the theme 'Connected'. This theme affirms that our Coptic Orthodox Church is grounded in a continuous connection between its fathers and children, whereby the sound faith is passed down from generation to generation. This year's forum coincided with the Church's celebration of the 17th centennial of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea.
The theme 'Connected' reflected connection to one another, to communities, and to the present age—with openness rooted in faith—fulfilling the commandment of our Lord Jesus Christ: 'You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world'(Matthew 5:13–14).
In his closing address, Pope Tawadros expressed his great joy at the forum, noting that the experiences the youth had gained during the week were treasures that must be invested in their lives. He stressed the forum's main gifts:
1. An outstanding model of service – which they witnessed and enjoyed, and from which they can benefit in the future.
2. A taste of the beauty of the Church, which is a home where we live, a mother who takes us in her bosom and teaches us, a harbour of salvation, offering refuge and protection.
The Pope thanked everyone who had supported the forum—whether through thought, service, financial contribution, or organization.
He urged the youth, upon returning to their home countries, to share with everyone they meet—in their families, churches, and communities—the details of what they saw, heard, and lived during the forum.
Even after the ceremony concluded, the youth lingered around the Pope for last words and selfies, and mingled with the bishops and priests, their smiles mirroring their joy.
Watani International
3 August 2025
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