Pope joins Eastern and Western patriarchs at historic Christian site in Turkey to pray for unity
Summary
Pope Leo XIV and other Christian leaders met in Iznik, Turkey, where the Council of Nicaea was originally held in A.D. 325. They gathered to recite the Nicene Creed and pray for unity among Christians from different denominations. This gathering marked a significant event in efforts to bridge gaps between various Christian churches.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV visited Turkey and joined other Christian leaders for a prayer service.
- The meeting took place at the site of the original Council of Nicaea, which occurred in A.D. 325.
- The Nicene Creed, created at the Council, is still recited by millions of Christians today.
- The event aimed to promote unity among different Christian denominations.
- Participants included leaders from Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, and Anglican churches.
- Pope Leo XIV urged all Christians to reject using religion for violence or extremism.
- A small protest occurred before the prayer service, organized by a Turkish Islamic party.
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