Pope Francis has announced plans to visit İznik, Türkiye, in 2025 to mark the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea, a pivotal event in early Christian history. Speaking to a theological committee on Thursday, the pontiff shared his intention to visit the Turkish town, which was the site of the landmark council in 325 AD.
The First Council of Nicaea was convened to address significant theological debates within the early Christian Church, particularly the nature of Jesus Christ as both divine and human. The council's decisions, including the Nicene Creed, continue to shape Christian doctrine today. Pope Francis' visit will be part of the celebrations during the upcoming Holy Year.
"I plan to go there," Pope Francis said, referring to the planned pilgrimage to İznik in honour of the anniversary.
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Britain's King Charles has called on the world to work toward lasting peace and preventing future wars during a speech marking the end of four days of events celebrating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Before becoming Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost shared rare insights on faith, unity, and modern challenges in a few candid interviews.
A humanitarian ship carrying 20,000 tons of Ukrainian wheat docked in Samsun, Türkiye, on Thursday, marking a major World Food Program initiative to supply crisis-hit regions, including Syria.
North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un supervised a missile test on Thursday, emphasizing the nation's nuclear combat readiness, according to state media KCNA.
EU foreign ministers will visit Lviv, Ukraine, on May 9 to discuss defense support and endorse plans for a tribunal on war crimes and aggression.
Britain's King Charles has called on the world to work toward lasting peace and preventing future wars during a speech marking the end of four days of events celebrating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Before becoming Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost shared rare insights on faith, unity, and modern challenges in a few candid interviews.
A humanitarian ship carrying 20,000 tons of Ukrainian wheat docked in Samsun, Türkiye, on Thursday, marking a major World Food Program initiative to supply crisis-hit regions, including Syria.
North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un supervised a missile test on Thursday, emphasizing the nation's nuclear combat readiness, according to state media KCNA.
EU foreign ministers will visit Lviv, Ukraine, on May 9 to discuss defense support and endorse plans for a tribunal on war crimes and aggression.
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