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Attacks Continue to Target Religious Sites
The World Commemorates the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
Media of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC)
Martyrs and victims... attacks and crimes... all of these phrases have been circulating in public life for decades now. A wave of injustice, violence, and unfairness is worsening daily amidst international silence and no action has yet been taken to hold those who should be held accountable.
Video - An Episode of "And the Family Remains" About Discrimination Against Women
Produced by the Middle East Council of Churches
“The Platform of the Word” at the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) presents an episode of the program “And the Family Remains,” entitled “Discrimination Against Women.”
The program raises issues related to the family, motherhood, and childhood, in addition to the Church’s view and response to challenges, especially in light of the difficult living conditions the region is passing through.
Video - The Bible Society Celebrates Its Diamond Jubilee
What Activities Will Be Held for the Occasion?
Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos: Transition from Death to Life
Faith Doctrine and Church Traditions
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The Virgin Mary, Mother of God, Mother of Life, and Queen of Peace, is the Daughter of the Father, Mother of the Son, and Spouse of the Holy Spirit. She is the source of all hope and consolation. Churches dedicate fasts, Prayers, and glorifications to honor her and proclaim the sanctity of her glory, for through her the Father's plan of salvation was fulfilled.
With the Mother of God and Mother of Light, the mystery of the infinite greatness of divine love is revealed and embodied in her repose and transition to the heavenly temple, body and soul, so that the work of divine redemption could be fully accomplished in her. According to Church tradition, the Virgin Mary was not subject to the law of remaining in the corruption of the grave, but rather ascended to the glory of the Heavenly Father, crowned by the angels as Queen on the heavenly throne.
Video - Important Files Program with the MECC Secretary General Professor Michel Abs
Fifth Episode - "Stability and Social Progress"
Prepared and Presented by the Journalist Lea Adel Maamary
Produced by MECC
The Bible Society Celebrates Its Diamond Jubilee
Its General Secretary and Executive Director Dr. Mike Bassous in the "Ecumenical Horizons" Program Produced by MECC:
"The Word of God belongs to everyone and it is what unites us... The Ecumenical journey is essential for the Church's presence in the Middle East"
Since its founding, the Bible Society has sought to strengthen the Ecumenical spirit and work to spread the message and culture of the Bible to all generations. This is achieved through partnerships with all Churches and Christian institutions, supporting the Bible and advocating for its cause to uphold human dignity, encouraging reading and interacting with the Word of God, as well as translating and spreading the Bible through print, audio visual, and digital media.
This year, the Bible Society celebrates its Diamond Jubilee, carrying within its vision more hope and cooperation with Churches and Church and Ecumenical organizations in order to meet the various needs of communities through the powerful Word of God.
In a special interview within the "Ecumenical Horizons" program, produced by the “Platform of the Word” at the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC), the Secretary General and Executive Director of the Bible Society Dr. Mike Bassous highlighted the series of activities that the Society will implement to mark its Diamond Jubilee, emphasizing the importance of spreading the Word of God throughout the world.
Video - "Ecumenical Horizons" Program: Ninth Episode
Produced by the Middle East Council of Churches
“Ecumenical Horizons” is a weekly program that features spiritual, cultural, intellectual, educational, youth and environmental topics.
Youth Jubilee in Rome: An Oasis of Faith and Divine Joy
On their World Day, A Greeting of love and hope to all the Youth of the World!
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A cry of love, fraternity, and peace... a cry of hope and faith... a cry of heavenly joy reflected by hundreds of thousands of young people who flocked from all corners of the earth to the city of Rome, carrying in their hearts much hope and life. They came as apostles of Christ from various countries and communities to unite in Prayer, live hope, and affirm with one spirit that what unites them is one name, the name of Jesus Christ.
The eyes of the entire world have recently turned to Rome, which witnessed an international Church event manifested in the Youth Jubilee within the framework of the Catholic Church's Jubilee Year. The Jubilee was not merely a global youth gathering, but rather an oasis of Prayer, faith, and fraternity embodied in various spiritual celebrations and Prayers.
The meeting culminated in the words of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, who called on youth to be light, hope, and witnesses of Christ's peace and reconciliation, asking them to spread their enthusiasm and witness of faith.
