MECC prayed with Cardinal Pietro Parolin on the intention of the wounded Beirut

Under the framework of the solidarity visit done by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican’s Secretary of State, to Beirut on the 3rd of September, 2020, the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC), represented by its Secretary General Dr. Souraya Behealany and the Director of the Theological and Ecumenical Department, Fr. Gaby Hachem, participated in the reception ceremony. In addition, they participated in the meeting held by Cardinal Parolin with the spiritual leaders in Lebanon.

After visiting the Saint George Maronite Cathedral in Beirut Downtown, Cardinal Parolin prayed for Beirut, in order for this wounded capital to be revived. Dr. Souraya Bechealany, Secretary General, and Fr. Gaby Hachem took part in this prayer, alongside spiritual and official delegations.

It is important to mention that Cardinal Petro Parolin's visit to Lebanon involved a field tour in Beirut Port and in the stricken areas, as well as a meeting with the victims and the injured.