IPS Antonie talked with the ambassador of the United Kingdom in Rep. Moldova about religious freedom and the mission of the Churchtranslated

Metropolitan Antonie of Bessarabia and His Excellency Fern Horine, the Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Republic of Moldova, discussed on Thursday about religious freedom and the social mission of the Church.

The meeting took place at the metropolitan headquarters, in Chisinau, where His Eminence presented both the challenges faced by the church communities and the projects to support them.

During the discussions, the social-philanthropic activity carried out by the Metropolis of Bessarabia through the parishes and the "Diaconia" Social Mission, which is celebrating 25 years since its establishment, was mentioned, as well as the initiatives dedicated to vulnerable families and the development of social services at the local level.

His Holiness Father Antonie explained that priests, through permanent contact with community members, can more easily identify people who need help. At the same time, the role of clergy in the prevention of domestic violence and addictions, in collaboration with partner organizations and institutions, was emphasized.

Discussions included perspectives on the importance of freedom of belief, combating disinformation as well as…