Lukashenko congratulates Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II on his 90th birthday
The President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, has sent birthday greetings to Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia, Archbishop of Mtskheta-Tbilisi and Metropolitan Bishop of Bichvinta and Tskhum-Abkhazia Ilia II – as reported in the Belarusian leader’s press service
“For many years you have been tirelessly serving in the field of affirming ancient and wise Christian ideas, and a large-scale revival and preservation of Orthodoxy in Georgia is associated with your name,” the congratulatory message reads. “In our difficult time – when many values based on the Commandments of Christ are being distorted – you proudly carry the true Word of God into the hearts of your parishioners, tens of thousands of whom are your godchildren. By your personal example, you inspire all believers and unbelievers to show mercy, good deeds and love for your neighbours. I deeply respect your high service. With all my heart I wish you many spiritual and bodily strengths in the fulfilment of your archpastoral mission for the benefit of the Church and the Georgian people.”
