His Beatitude Patriarch John X: We take pride in the Department of Ecumenical Relations and Development, and we are filled with honor for its work and mission
Damascus, November 16, 2025
His Beatitude Patriarch John X, Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch and All the East, and President of the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) for the Orthodox Family, expressed the Church of Antioch being proud in its charitable arm, the Department of Ecumenical Relations and Development, on the occasion of its annual feast. His Beatitude spoke during the Divine Liturgy celebrated for this occasion at the Mariamite Cathedral in Damascus, with the participation of the clergy and the presence of the department’s staff.
In his remarks, His Beatitude Patriarch John X highlighted the Department’s role and its activities across Syrian territory, even in the most difficult circumstances and without Religious discrimination. He called for standing together during these times where cooperation and solidarity are needed in in serving humankind and embodying the role and mission of the Church of Antioch.
This news was originally published on the Facebook Page of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East.