Lebanon Bishop Michel Kassargy, cele-brated mass in Saint Raphael Cathedral in Baabda. The Chaldean Bishop affirmed that the current persecution is a crime against God and humanity. And prayers rose from the different parishes for the sake of the Christians in Mossul. For its part, the Lebanese Parliament held a meeting of solidarity with Gaza and Mossul. The representatives of the parliamentary blocs took the floor stressing on the fact that those wars are a crime against humanity

and are the expression of a renewed scheme prepared for the region long ago, pointing to the bustling si-lence and the painful complicity common to the two cases.

Iraq In response to the appeal of Pope Francis, the parish of Saint Joseph for the Syriac Catholics in Mansour – Iraq, held an evening prayer with the relics of Saint John Paul II. That’s on the one hand, on the other hand, the Committee for Catholic Youth staged, The Youth Day, in Baghdad, for the sake of Mossul, from the 31st of July till the 2nd of August, with the view of helping the dis-placed families.

Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch

“It is of our concern to stress that the difficult situation in the East does not justify that some seize the circumstances as a “Trojan horse”, in order to empty the East from its Christians and to de-scribe what the Christians are suffering as similar to what is happen-ing in other parts of the world against religious or ethnical minori-

ties. We believe, that helping people in the East, Christians and Muslims lies first in uprooting terrorism in its cradle and in stopping to nurture the extremist and takfir movements.”

The French government declared its readiness to facilitate granting the Iraqi Christians asylum on its territory, whereas the Vatican provided economic assistance to the families through the pontifical commission “Cor Unum” with the aim of meeting the humanitarian needs.

The Christians of Mosul in Heart

Under this theme, Tele Lum-iere General Director Jacques Kallassi launched a speech on TV, within the framework of the campaign broadcast by our channel in solidarity with Mosul’s Christians. "These wars around us ... are no longer waged between an oppres-sor and oppressed, between the rich and poor, between the North and South, between a tyrant and objector, this war is a genocide, aiming to assassinate traditions, values, heritage, morals and an entire civilization... so we started hearing words and Fatawa to which we were not accustomed in our coexistence with the Muslims. In front of this genocide, before the eyes and in the hearing of the world and ahead of its shy reac-tions, we can nothing but to speak and shake the conscience of every official, so kindly allow us to cry out boldly and loudly: How can the decision-makers close their eyes and ears from the tragedies of an entire people?! But the main question is: why do media remain silent? Is silence a sign of satisfaction? Cowardice? or Fear? Media have a mission: trans-mitting the truth, highlighting the role of dialogue, exchanging ideas and information, and serving the truth. Alone media which is based on the values of peace and truth is able to build what is destroyed by wars, demolished by violence, embrace who were displaced by tragedies and to arrange this mess. They are alone able to build the human be-ing. This Christian that you are perse-cuting is the founding pillar of every country in this East… He is remaining, remaining, remaining! Our brothers in Iraq, Syria, Pales-tine, Egypt, and all countries around the world, I repeat with Paul: "We are proud of you for your perseverance and faith amidst all the persecutions you endure as to become eligible for the Kingdom of God."

Weekly Newsletter– Issue 294

August 2nd - 8th 2014

Coordinated and Supervised by: Marie– Therese Kreidy

Script and Layout: Rita Karam

Translation: Eliane Aoun

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Pope Francis: Never War… Stop! The Chaldean Patriarch Louis Raphael Sako received a telephone call from Pope Francis who expressed his pain, solidarity and prayer for the Iraqi people in general, and the Mosul Christians in particular in the hard conditions they are going through, thanked the Patriarch for his wise leadership in these critical circumstances, and asked the Christians to preserve their strong faith and hope. In his speech following the Ange-lus, the Supreme Pontiff renewed his cry against war especially in the Middle East, Iraq and Ukraine: Brothers and Sisters, never war…

Please stop! I ask you to stop! It is time stop!”

From Tele Lumiere…

In solidarity with the Christians

of the Mosul As part of the solidar-ity campaign with the

Christians of the Mosul, Tele Lumiere launched a new email page to express thoughts and feelings, and pray with and for the persecuted Christians. Visit our site: www.noursat.tv and log on “The Soli-darity campaign with the Christians of Iraq” and testify to the truth for the residents of Mosul.

Initiatives and stances

August 6th: Transfiguration feast

The Holy Mass From St Elias- Antelias-

Let us rejoice together at the ordination of deacons: Elie Abou Assaf, Rawad Kehdy, Youssef El- Fakhry, Jack EL kick, presided by Bishop Semaan Atallah.

Challenges Who is behind the open terrorism leading to the displacement of the Christians of Iraq? Will the terrorism expand? What is required to curb the calamities of displace-ment and the displaced? With Archbishop Michel Kassarji, Fr. Danha Youssef and

Edward Bibawi, presented by Charbel Zwein.

The Basilica of Lady of Peace- Yamosoukra- Ivory Cost

A documentary taking us to the Ivory Cost, with Jeanne D’arc Abi Yaghi, to discover a masterpiece of beauty which glorifies the creator and the Lady of Peace.

Lebanon the Apprehensions, Lebanon the Hopes

A conference by Professor Philip Salem from Abdallah Ghanem cultural center- Baskinta based on today’s events.

Concert from St. Peter & Paul church

On the occasion of the 100th Jubilee of the church in Cornet Chehwane, we offer you an assortment of the most beauti-ful chants performed by Fadia Tomb, with the participation of Cesar El- zoghbi.

Joy for Living After they returned from Iraq, what do they tell of their experience? What about the reality they lived? What is the call they send today for the sake of the people of Iraq?

The Maronite Diaspora in the World Who are the personalities who shone in the domain of literature and journalism and developed the civil institutions and the social and national organizations in the world of immigration and espe-cially in Argentina? Know more with Dr. Joseph Labaki and May Mansour.

The Essence of Holiness He is a sign of hope for the Leba-nese people and especially for the Christians. But what impedes his beatification? “Patriarch Dwaihy on a Knife- Edge” a new theme tackled by Fr. Boulos Azzi and Elie Issa.

Eat Well, Be Healthy

Who is the convenient diet for a radiant skin? What are the harmful types of foods? Interesting advice concerning the Special Diet for A Healthy Skin with the Nutritionist Eliane Moawad.

He led a life of sin to the fullest, vices were deep-rooted in his soul and when he suffered, he saw the truth through the tears of his mother. Learn more about the life journey of St Augustine in this exciting movie.

Holy Mass in Solidarity with the Mosul’s Christians

For peace is built through action and prayer, Tele Lumiere calls you to participate in a Holy Mass celebrated with the Mosul’s Christians presided over by Bishop Boulos Matar at St Takla Church- Sed el Bouchrieh, followed by a procession of candles in the parish streets.

The Holy Mass On the occasion of St Gabriel’s feast, join us in the solemn Holy Mass presided over by the Syriac Orthodox Patriarch Ignatios Ephrem II Karim, at St Gabriel Church- Ajaltoun

Great Personalities of the Church Who is Bishop George Kweyter? What are the achieve-ments he made for the Melkite Diocese of Sidon and Deir el- Qamar and for his children there? What are his most important breakthroughs witnessing his great role in the Church? Learn more with Fr. Roukoz Boutros and Dany Antoun.

The Mounts of Flint When greed and authority blind the governors and their followers, how are dignities preserved? Are sacrifices consid-ered worthy and is there still any place for honor? A play puts into action the reality with the students of the Apostles School- Rawda.

Praise to You From the source of life, we learn the most beautiful spiritual and human lessons, and we highlight the importance of smiling and counting on God, in a new episode with Fr. Youssef el- Achkar.

In solidarity with the Christians in Mosul

Let’s open our hearts to God, offer to Him our brothers in Mosul and unify the intentions through live prayers we share with Fr. Joseph Sweid in an exclusive episode.

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In the Fields of the Kingdom Who is the fanatic human being? Does this plague lead him to walk against the current of the Christian faith and to be detached from its essence? Fanaticism with Fr. Niaz Touma and Karam Bahnam.

The Hermit of Qadisha Valley The hermit became entirely for God, does the Lord make through him miracles and healings? Does he attract, with more strength, the souls for salvation especially after his departure? Testimonies about Fr. Antonios Tarabay with Soheil Sabella.

Romeo and Juliet A beautiful singing expressive play shows the different levels of human feelings that stagger between love, hatred, anger and death, with the students of College Central- Jounieh.

Reading a passage from Genesis 7, about the permanent freedom with Jesus that keeps us away from doubts and leads us to the truth, with Tom Naïmé.

Fire and Light With Fr, Roger Karam and Fr. Fady Rouhana, we detect new information on the importance of the Holy Spirit in the life of Christians.

A Glowing Face He chose them from the world to serve the world. They heard His voice, answered His call, followed Him and became His disciples. We recall Fr. Boutros Bou Daher of Antelias Diocese, the guest of Fr. Roukoz Boutros.

Development and Af-filiation

How did the development projects take shape in Akkar? What are their components, basics and restraints? Dr. Imad Younes considers in details the work process with Léa Adel Mehmari.

Presence and Witness Let’s deduce with Fr. Elie Nakhoul and Rania Zahra the signs of presence and witness in the Acts of Apostles 3/9-10.

A Mass from The Holy Land

We share prayers with the Galilee diocese for Melkites, in a mass cele-brated by Archbishop George Baqouni, from St Elias Church- Haifa.

Revelation feast day Mass

He forsaken his Heaven for the sake of Man. On Tabour Mountain God revealed himself in the most splendid view with his disciples. In the Revelation day, be with us from Mount Tabour to celebrate the mass with extreme awe and venera-tion.

Assigning of Bishop George

Baqouni From St Elias Church for Melkites- Haifa- we cele-brate together the appointment of Archbishop George Baqouni on the diocese of Melkites in Galilee.

With one word and touch He is able to make miracles, conquering the evil spirit, and the Gospel shows a lot of examples revealing the glory of Jesus and they are highlighted in this episode with Fr. Pierre Konja.

The Light of Evangelization Let’s learn with the students of Tele Lumiere Ecumenical Institute how we resist evil, in an encounter when Fr. Mi-chel Abboud explains the reason behind the evil’s existence and the ways to resist it.

Lebanese Sights What are the special features of Hadath el Jebbeh- Hasroun? What are its most important churches? Inter-esting information in this program with Wajdi Younes.

The Newscast Watch the breaking news about the Christians in Mosul, the latest develop-ments, the most eminent positions and the most important local and international movements in the newscast- Iraq Specials- and through our pages on the social media websites (Facebook and Youtube).

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So Satan went out from the presence of the Lord and af-flicted Job with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head. Then Job

took a piece of broken pottery and scraped him-self with it as he sat among the ashes. His wife said to him, “Are you still maintaining your integ-rity? Curse God and die!” He replied, “You are talking like a foolish woman. Shall we accept good from God, and not trouble?” In all this, Job did not sin in what he said. (Job 2: 7-10)

- Do not search for a badge of honor but for peace.

- Do not count on literalism but on artisanship - Do not rely on courage but on mission. - Do not rely on hatred for its fire burns, but in light of love that is constructive.

“If…?” a new pro-gram with Nabil Whaibé who high-

lights real cases that the human person goes through to learn how to behave when facing them, and finds as well solutions.

Our family holds a training session for the communicators with the Programs Director of Monte Carlo Radio Fadi Matar, to make progress in the fields of elocution,

From Jerusalem, a call to a ceasefire The Patriarchs and head of Churches in Jerusalem called in statement for an immediate ceasefire in Ghaza district, point-ing out in the situation that is horribly deteriorating, causing human crisis. They requested an urgent resume of peace, and urged the United Nations to interfere and stop the pointless cycle of violence and bloodshed. They also called to lift completely the siege over Ghaza and proceed with the peace process based on the international precept.

Australia The priests in the Maronite Diocese in Australia viewed the aim behind what is happening in Iraq, as emptying the country and the East from their original populations, particularly the

Christians. They appealed to the states and the international community to leave no stone unturned in order to stop the persecution. Then, they dedicated Sunday, on the 3rd of August to pray in all the parishes within the dio-cese and to raise funds to the afflicted families.

Belgium A mass was celebrated in the Church of Saint Anthony of Pa-dova for the intention of the Christians in the East, particularly in Iraq and Syria. The pastor of the Church, Mgr Boniface called the faithfull to hold on to Christ’s commandment, to commit themselves to unity and solidarity and not be driven by bigotry and backwardness. Then he thanked the Patriarchs of the East for their efforts to remedy the crisis.

France “France, you should look to Iraq where people are dying under your eyes.” Parliamentarians, religious people and faithful gathered in front of Notre Dame de Paris Cathe-dral raising the said slogan, in support of the Christians of the East who are facing threat coming from Islamists mili-tants. The diocese of Lyon had staged a peaceful solidarity rally

and a delegation representing the Council of Catholic Bishops of France had visited Iraq and met the displaced families to pray with them and encourage them.

Syria The priests and bishops of Homs pointed out to the fact that “displacing people on religious ground, should they be Christians or Muslims, is a crime against humanity that requires accountability against its perpetrators. Words of solidarity are not enough, instead Christians’ rights must be guaran-teed, for them to remain in their land and enjoy protection and get all their needs to have a decent life.”

Our Church holds and organizes mission-ary camps with the clergy, monks, sisters and laity in the remote villages.

Preparations are processing to have correspondents for our forthcoming news channel GNN,

in all continents and states.

From the Orthodox St George Monastery- Deir el Harf, we re-ceive a collection of precious religious books to enrich the library.

The Formulations of Constitu-tions

in the Democratic Changes It is a book published by the Leba-nese Foundation for Perma-nent Civil Peace, under the su-pervision of Antoine Masarra and Rabih Kays, including the Arab and international experiences from a comparative perspective, and they

were presented during a symposium held by the Foun-dation with Konrad Adenauer Foundation, at Monroe Hotel- Beirut, in 2013. The lecturers sat forth this dilemma according to many experiences.

Our Board of Directors works on improv-ing our material circumstances through encounters with the bank owners, special-ists and experts.

Patriarch of the Assyrian Church of the Levant Timothy II of Erbil

(1318- 1328) He was elected Patriarch considering his vigor, personality, ample knowledge, language proficiency and wisdom in administering the Church and people. He held a council in the 1st year of his tenure, resulting in making 13 laws related to the Church administration and motivation to commit to the apostolic laws and those of the Eastern Church Fathers. The Patriarchate was moved to Mosul in 1320. He wrote a book about the seven rea-sons of the Church Sacraments.

Let’s pray for all the displaced so that they find a shelter and charitable groups which em-brace them providing them with care, so they see in them Your merciful face.

Anxiety is not weakness, but is illusion.