His Eminence Metropolitan Ghattas Hazim Receives the MECC Secretary General Professor Michel Abs in Baghdad
A Meeting Emphasizing the Importance of Strengthening the Ecumenical Work
As part of his visit to Baghdad to participate in the Enthronement Ceremony of His Beatitude Patriarch Mar Polis III Nona as Chaldean Patriarch in Iraq and the World, the Secretary General of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) Professor Michel Abs, visited His Eminence Metropolitan Ghattas Hazim, Greek Orthodox Metropolitan of Baghdad, Kuwait and Dependencies. The meeting took place at the Archdiocese and attended by Economos Younan Alfred, Vicar General of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese in Iraq.
During the meeting, discussions centered around many Ecumenical topics, including the affairs of the Ecumenical movement and ways to strengthen its mission. Both sides stressed the importance of fostering the Ecumenical spirit among all Church Families and the various components of society.
As well as, both sides talked about the activities of the Church in Baghdad on the Theological and humanitarian levels. They highlighted the Church’s role in accompanying and supporting the neediest people amidst the worsening daily challenges.
In addition, discussions focused on His Eminence Metropolitan Ghattas Hazim’s experience at the Middle East Council of Churches. His Eminence praised the Council’s mission and work towards achieving its Ecumenical and humanitarian objectives.
Both sides also visited Saint George Cathedral affiliated to the Archdiocese, where they raised their Prayers for peace in the Middle East and the world.