Pope Francis in Egypt


Pope Francis arrived in Egypt on Friday, April 28, 2017 for a two day visit.

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On his arrival, the Pope was greeted by the civil and Church authorities and was received by President Abd al-Fattah al-Sissi. View here

Pope Francis addressed a congress of religious leaders hosted by al-Azhar, the most prestigious Muslim institution of higher learning in the Islamic world. View here

The Pope also addressed an assembly of Egyptian religious and civil leaders as well as the diplomatic corps. View here

Pope Francis visited the Coptic Pope Tawadros II and took part in an ecumenical prayer service. View here

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