VATICAN CITY (AFP) – Pope Francis called on Friday for “mutual respect” between Christianity and Islam and an end to “unfair criticism” in a personal message congratulating Muslims on the feast of Eid al-Fitr.

“We are called to respect the religion of the other, its teachings, its symbols, its values,” he said in a statement distributed by the Vatican press office.

“I have decided to sign this traditional message myself and to send it to you, dear friends, as an expression of esteem and friendship for all Muslims, especially those who are religious leaders.

“We all know that mutual respect is fundamental in any human relationship, especially among people who profess religious belief,” he said.

The statement was addressed “To Muslims Throughout the World” and the Vatican explained that the message has been traditional since 1967 but only John Paul II in 1991 previously sent a similar personal message.

The feast of Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of Ramadan for all Muslims, a period of prayer and fasting.

Francis has called for stronger ties with Islam and the saint he chose for his pontifical title, St Francis of Assisi, is widely respected in the Muslim world
source : http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/08/pope-calls-for-mutual-respect-between-christianity-islam/[b]VATICAN CITY (AFP) – Pope Francis called on Friday for “mutual respect” between Christianity and Islam and an end to “unfair criticism” in a personal message congratulating Muslims on the feast of Eid al-Fitr.

“We are called to respect the religion of the other, its teachings, its symbols, its values,” he said in a statement distributed by the Vatican press office.

“I have decided to sign this traditional message myself and to send it to you, dear friends, as an expression of esteem and friendship for all Muslims, especially those who are religious leaders.

“We all know that mutual respect is fundamental in any human relationship, especially among people who profess religious belief,” he said.

The statement was addressed “To Muslims Throughout the World” and the Vatican explained that the message has been traditional since 1967 but only John Paul II in 1991 previously sent a similar personal message.

The feast of Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of Ramadan for all Muslims, a period of prayer and fasting.

Francis has called for stronger ties with Islam and the saint he chose for his pontifical title, St Francis of Assisi, is widely respected in the Muslim world
source : http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/08/pope-calls-for-mutual-respect-between-christianity-islam/[/b]VATICAN CITY (AFP) – Pope Francis called on Friday for “mutual respect” between Christianity and Islam and an end to “unfair criticism” in a personal message congratulating Muslims on the feast of Eid al-Fitr.

“We are called to respect the religion of the other, its teachings, its symbols, its values,” he said in a statement distributed by the Vatican press office.

“I have decided to sign this traditional message myself and to send it to you, dear friends, as an expression of esteem and friendship for all Muslims, especially those who are religious leaders.

“We all know that mutual respect is fundamental in any human relationship, especially among people who profess religious belief,” he said.

The statement was addressed “To Muslims Throughout the World” and the Vatican explained that the message has been traditional since 1967 but only John Paul II in 1991 previously sent a similar personal message.

The feast of Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of Ramadan for all Muslims, a period of prayer and fasting.

Francis has called for stronger ties with Islam and the saint he chose for his pontifical title, St Francis of Assisi, is widely respected in the Muslim world
source : http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/08/pope-calls-for-mutual-respect-between-christianity-islam/

Eid-al-Fitr goodwill message to Muslims all over the world.

Let's see what we get for Christmas from Muslims all over the world.

This message to the world needs to be on the front page please.

How nice of him some bad belly people go start to run their bad belly oh. Make gold chain can president take a cue.

Hmmmmmm.....am afraid where this pope is heading to with all these. Let's be watching and praying. Surely the end is nearer than ever before. God keep us on your side and make us always ready for heaven.

alexleo: Hmmmmmm.....am afraid where this pope is heading to with all these. Let's be watching and praying. Surely the end is nearer than ever before. God keep us on your side and make us always ready for heaven.

alexleo: Hmmmmmm.....am afraid where this pope is heading to with all these. Let's be watching and praying. Surely the end is nearer than ever before. God keep us on your side and make us always ready for heaven.

Are you sure you are okay? I really doubt if you have any grey matter in that your numb skull.So the pope sending ramadan messages to muslims now means the end of the world? Ode!!

chukwudi44:

Are you sure you are okay? I really doubt if you have any grey matter in that your numb skull.So the pope sending ramadan messages to muslims now means the end of the world? Ode!!

LOL. TAKE IT EASY WITH THE INSULTS

Pope keeps defying all odds against him.
He's winning the hearts of many all across the globe as the moment goes on.
He's cutting across so many boundaries to reach out to every individual.he's sure worthy of emulation by his muslim brothers.

Hezron Lorraine: Pope keeps defying all odds against him.
He's winning the hearts of many all across the globe as the moment goes on.
He's cutting across so many boundaries to reach out to every individual.he's sure worthy of emulation by his muslim brothers.

Sadly, no matter what good the pope does (even if he lays down his life for others), sadists like alexleo above will not be pleased.

They are just waiting around the corner for him to do one little wrong...then they'll pop out and shout "antichrist!" "antichrist!"

chukwudi44:

Are you sure you are okay? I really doubt if you have any grey matter in that your numb skull.So the pope sending ramadan messages to muslims now means the end of the world? Ode!!

Thanks and remain blessed.

Pope also sent me a birthday message

italo: Eid-al-Fitr goodwill message to Muslims all over the world.

Let's see what we get for Christmas from Muslims all over the world.

Yes, Yes, especially in nigeria.

Peace to all men of goodwill