Tag: Pope Shenouda III

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Pope Tawadros II to visit the Vatican

Coptic pontiff will meet with Pope Francis, 40 years after his predecessor…

Basil El-Dabh Basil El-Dabh
Bishop Tawadros of Beheira has indicated that he believes the Church should focus on its spiritual role. (AFP / FILE PHOTO / STRINGER)
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Pope elect concerned over application of Shari’a

Bishop Tawadros downplays political role of the church

Basil El-Dabh Basil El-Dabh
The Coptic Orthodox Church is entering the final stages of the process to choose a replacement for Pope Shenouda III. (PHOTO BY HASSAN IBRAHIM)
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Voters select final three papal candidates on Monday

The Church to announce final three candidates on Monday night

Basil El-Dabh Basil El-Dabh
St Marks cathedral in Cairo, the Coptic community is still waiting for Pope Shenouda III's successor Laurence Underhill / DNE
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New Coptic Pope to be selected 2 December

Church sets roadmap to papal selection

Basil El-Dabh Basil El-Dabh