Author Archives: Holy See

We are calling on the Church to keep the people of China in their prayers after a strong earthquake struck Xinjiang. The exact number of deaths is not known at this time.

— 27 February 2003

We regret to report on the deaths of more than 20 people in a terrorist bomb attack on a bus in Tel Aviv. One of our own members was severely injured. The attack was brought on by Palestinian terrorists.

We ask the Church to keep those who were affected, those who died, their family and friends in your prayers.

— 7 January 2003

We ask that members of the Church pray for those who recently lost the lives in an earthquake that struck the Qazvin Province. Members in Tehran have informed us that nearly 400 people have died and that the destruction will take many years to clean up.

None of the members in Iran were affected by the earthquake.

— 29 June 2002

The Patriarchate is asking all members of the church to keep the people of Afghanistan in their prayers after an earthquake has caused the deaths of hundreds of people. There are members of the Church in this country and we are currently unaware if they were affected.

— 27 March 2002

Our prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives in a recent fire train in El Ayyat, Egypt. Sources indicate that possible 300 people perished in the fire.

— 27 February 2002

The Patriarchate of Jerusalem is expecting terrorist attacks to increase any day now and during the month of April. Members living in Israel should make sure they have enough supplies in their homes so they can safely shelter.

Please note that we will not likely be able to send out communications during this time of conflict.

— 25 March 2002

The Patriarch has asked members of the Church in India to gather necessary supplies and take shelter in light of recent rioting. The Patriarch said, “It is my belief that the rioting now is going to lead to many deaths. Everyone who receives this communication in Gujarat state should make sure they have enough food and water to last several days and take shelter. Those who are making their way north should move quickly. Do not delay.”

— 20 February 2002

Our prayers go out to those affected by explosions that took place in Lagos, Nigeria. At this time the total number of those who were killed is still unknown. We ask all members of the Holy Church to keep the families and those who lost their lives in their prayers.

— 1 February 2002