Patriarch of Jerusalem stood with families of victims of Karak terrorist attack

Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem visited the families of the victims of the terrorist attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George in the Hammoud area of Karak, Jordan, accompanied by clergy of the Patriarchate of Jerusalem.

The Patriarch expressed his condolences and deep sympathy to the victims’ relatives, assuring them that the Patriarchate of Jerusalem would continue to stand by their side.

During the visit, Patriarch Theophilos offered words of comfort and hope, emphasizing that faith in the Risen Christ is a source of strength in the face of suffering and loss.

He stressed that prayers would continue to be offered at the Holy Sepulchre and in churches everywhere for the repose of the souls of the victims and the consolation of their families.

The Patriarch also emphasized that members of the Church form one family, united by faith and love, which no trials or hardships can divide.

Patriarch Theophilos further underlined that the memory of the victims would remain alive in the consciousness of the Church, noting that belief in the Resurrection and eternal life forms the foundation of Christian hope.

Concluding his visit, the Patriarch prayed that God…