Sandalwood cross from Kerala gifted to Pope Leo XIV
A delegation from the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church participated in the inaugural mass of the Pope Leo XIV held at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
In a message conveyed to Pope Leo XIV, Catholicose of the East and Malankara Metropolitan, Baselios Marthoma Mathews III extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Pope and prayed for peace.
The delegation's presence reflected the deep fraternal relationship and ecumenical goodwill shared between the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church and the Roman Catholic Church.
The participation in the solemn liturgy reaffirmed the Malankara Church's continued commitment to dialogue, unity, and mutual respect among Christian communities, a release said.
The Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church remains steadfast in its pursuit of Christian unity, and the delegation's participation in this historic celebration symbolizes the ongoing journey of communion and cooperation among the apostolic Churches.
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