PS Ioan Casian participated in the centenary of an organization that supports Christian communities in the Easttranslated

The Most Reverend Father Ioan Casian, the Bishop of Canada, participated in the anniversary gala of 100 years of activity of the Catholic Charitable Association for the Near East (CNEWA).

The anniversary gala, organized under the banner of "100 years of mission", took place last week at the "Saint Elias" Center in Ottawa, Canada, and brought together hierarchs, clergy, representatives of Eastern Christian communities and supporters of the association.

His Eminence was accompanied by Father Petre Busuioc, administrative vicar of the Diocese of Canada, and Hieromonk Policarp Athenagoras, abbot and coordinator of the diocese's Communication Department.

"Churches to unite their efforts" Canada's bishop emphasized the importance of supporting Christian communities in conflict-affected regions.

"These types of events are unique moments that make us aware of the plight of Christian communities in the Middle East and other regions affected by conflict and instability. Such initiatives give us the opportunity to better understand the difficulties these communities face and to identify concrete ways in which we can be with them."

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