Pontiff of the Macedonian Orthodox Church-Ohrid Archbishopric, HH Stefan says Tuesday’s visit of Pope Francis is an acknowledgment and respect for the country and its people.

I consider the arrival of his holiness as a recognition by the Vatican and the Holy See for the Republic of Macedonia, reaching out in these times of temptation for the country and its people.The clergy and the people are expected to do better and we are making efforts to raise our reputation while expecting recognition from the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the other Orthodox churches, Archbishop Stefan told reporters.

 

Source: MIA