The VIII Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions on its Third Day
The MECC Secretary General Professor Michel Abs Continues its Activities in Astana and Meets His Holiness Catholicos Aram I
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The “VIII Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions” continues its activities in Astana with various sessions that consolidate the values of respect, love, and fraternity, bringing together Religious leaders and participants from around the world, emphasizing the rich diversity of Religions and cultures.
The Secretary General of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) Professor Michel Abs, continues his participation in the conference activities, which are being held from September 16 to 19, hosted by the Republic of Kazakhstan.
As part of his program for the third day, Professor Abs met with His Holiness Catholicos Aram I, Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Church, Holy See of Cilicia, and Honorary President of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC). They commended the importance of the conference in deepening cooperation and solidarity among all components of society, as well as the importance of the speech delivered by His Holiness in this context.
It is worth noting that the Middle East Council of Churches will publish His Holiness' speech on its sites.
Professor Abs also participated in a session on the role of religions in consolidating humanity in the 21st century, as well as in a session on faith against extremism: the peacebuilding potential of Religions. This is in addition to the Forum of Young Religious Leaders "Youth for Peaceful Coexistence: Synergy for the Future."
A closing session was held during which George Jacob Koovakad read the final declaration of the congress.
