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(dis)Unity within the Coptic Church

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aguy

posted on May 28, 2008 - 02:02 AM

Recently, I've been hearing a LOT about terribly bitter disputes at a wide variety of Coptic churches, all over the world. And by bitter, I mean, threats of violence, police, ACTUAL violence...

And this right here is pushing me over the edge:

http://cbs3.com/local/monir.george.malak.2.732742.html

What is happening to this world? Is this a sign of the times?

People are killing each other about church decisions: as a goof friend of mine said: "they're threatening violence over disagreements about what is the best way to serve God..." This is the ultimate irony.

God have mercy on me, and all of us... This is incredibly sad. It's horrific...

Joined: Jun 24, 2005 | Posts: 176

Truth.Seeker

posted on May 28, 2008 - 02:05 AM

One insane man's actions doesn't mean the Coptic Church is in trouble. We should pray for the victim's family.

Joined: Feb 25, 2008 | Posts: 432

georgerizkalla

posted on May 28, 2008 - 04:40 PM

I think this is just one (of many) illustration of satan's attack on the Ark, and that <i>indeed</i> it is a sign of the times. We should remember the entire Church in our prayers.

Jwr `ebol `nnijaji@ `nte ]ekklycia@ `aricobt `eroc@ `nneckim sa `eneh.

pray for me.