Patriarch Expresses His Gratitude

On December 25, the Georgian Orthodox Church marks the 42nd anniversary of the enthronement of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia, His Holiness, and Beatitude Ilia II.

The Catholicos-Patriarch addressed the people of Georgia today from the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, where a solemn liturgy was held, celebrating his enthronement.
The Georgian patriarch expressed his gratitude, saying that “Georgia is the nation of love.”

“Today is a truly historic day. It is a great mercy from God on us. I am grateful to God and our nation for giving me the opportunity to do this job. Our nation has been gifted with love from God and we must keep it close to our hearts. We should not respond with hate to love. I am grateful for your love. God bless you,” announced the patriarch.

By Nini Dakhundaridze