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Vatican secretary of state concludes visit to Jordan

Cardinal Pietro Parolin concluded his visit to Jordan on Tuesday, presiding over the mass inaugurating the Latin Baptism Church of Christ on behalf of Pope Francis, marking the silver jubilee of the Catholic Church's national pilgrimage.
During his visit, Parolin met with King Abdullah and Prime Minister Jafaar Hassan, discussing interfaith dialogue, peace, and the unification of Easter celebrations, according to a statement from the Catholic Centre for Studies and Media.
Parolin visited Caritas Jordan to witness humanitarian efforts for refugees and met with papal ambassadors from 14 Middle Eastern countries to address regional conflicts and the importance of Christians in the region.
He expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza and emphasized the need for trust and dialogue to achieve peace, stating that a just peace must be founded on international law and United Nations declarations.

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Jordan Times

Vatican secretary of state concludes visit to Jordan

AMMAN — Secretary of State of the Holy See Cardinal Pietro Parolin on Tuesday concluded his visit to Jordan, where he presided over the Mass inaugurating of the Latin Baptism Church of Christ at the Baptism site on behalf of Pope Francis, marking the silver jubilee of the Catholic Church’s National Pilgrimage.

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National Catholic Reporter

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catholicworldreport.com

Cardinal Parolin: Christians essential for peace, ‘fraternal coexistence’ in the Middle East

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Catholic News Agency

Parolin: Christians essential for peace, ‘coexistence’ in Middle East

Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin arrives prior to a Mass for the consecration of the church at the site of Jesus’ baptism on Jan. 10, 2025, in Al-Maghtas, Jordan. Pope Francis appointed Parolin as papal legate to consecrate the Church of the Baptism of Jesus at Al-Maghtas, also known as “Bethany Beyond the Jordan.” Parolin met with 14 Middle East pontifical representatives in Jordan on Jan. 13, 2025, to discuss challenges in the region…

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National Catholic Register

Cardinal Parolin: Christians Essential for Peace, ‘Fraternal Coexistence’ in the Middle East

Salah Malkawi Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin arrives prior to a Mass for the consecration of the church at the site of Jesus’ baptism on Jan. 10, 2025, in Al-Maghtas, Jordan. Pope Francis appointed Parolin as papal legate to consecrate the Church of the Baptism of Jesus at Al-Maghtas, also known as “Bethany Beyond the Jordan.” Parolin met with 14 Middle East pontifical representatives in Jordan on Jan. 13, 2025, to discuss challenges…

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