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Young people in Kurdistan, “hope for the
Church of Iraq”
12.9.2007
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The diocese of Ahmadiya hosts a meeting of some 300
young people who came together to reflect upon
mission’s meaning in today’s Iraq and on the ways to
meet the challenges that terrorism and sectarian
violence represent for the local Church, all without
losing hope.
September 12, 2007
Ahmadiya, Kurdistan region (Iraq), -- Some 300 young
people from ten different villages in Iraqi
Kurdistan met last Saturday in Ahmadiya with the
bishop and other priests from the diocese.
Together they reflected upon “the meaning of the
Church’s mission in the world and in today’s Iraq, a
country suffering from terrorism and sectarian
violence. At the end they went home full of joy and
hope,” said Mgr Rabban al-Qas, Chaldean bishop of
Ahmadiya, who spoke to AsiaNews. |
Ahmadiya, Kurdistan region. Photo AsiaNews Italy |
“A day full of emotions,” as the prelate put it; the
meeting took place in the ancient church of Sultana
Mahadokht, built in 7th century AD. The gathering
was organised for the purpose of “deepening the
mystery of the Catholic Church and its mission to
the world in order to help young people with the
challenges Christians face in Iraq.”
Fr Najib Mosa focused an important need, namely to
remember always that “the person of Christ is the
basis of the Church and that He is the Good News.”
“Young people have felt the voice of the Church,
Christ’s bride, which calls upon them to bring His
love to the Islamic world in which they live. With
their witness these kids can bring hope to their own
families who fled to Kurdistan from various parts of
the country,” said Mgr al-Qas.
At the end of the meeting the bishop celebrated
mass. The service was followed by songs and group
games.
Finally, those present decided to meet again on a
regular basis, four times a year.
asianews.it
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