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Restored Mosul Churches Reopen, Signaling Hope for Christians

10/20/2025

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Two Mosul churches, the Church of Saint Thomas and the Chaldean Catholic Church of Al-Tahira, reopened after restoration following destruction by the Islamic State.
The restoration, led by the Aliph Foundation, culminated in reconsecration ceremonies attended by local clergy and international officials.
Patriarch Louis Raphaël Sako said the reopening conveys peace and hope for Mosul's dwindling Christian community.
He urged rebuilding society on values of brotherhood and warned against extremism.

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Two Mosul churches, the Church of Saint Thomas and the Chaldean Catholic Church of Al-Tahira, reopened after restoration following destruction by the Islamic State.
The restoration, led by the Aliph Foundation, culminated in reconsecration ceremonies attended by local clergy and international officials.
Patriarch Louis Raphaël Sako said the reopening conveys peace and hope for Mosul's dwindling Christian community.
He urged rebuilding society on values of brotherhood and warned against extremism.