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By Ana Dumbadze.
Spiritual nourishment is just as important and necessary for
believers as food - Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia, Illia ll, said.
"Therefore, it is not possible to close the doors of the Church and it
will be open to those who wish to come and receive spiritual strength."
The Patriarch noted that worship services are an integral part of
priesthood duties and are of paramount importance to the entire nation.
"Given the current situation, I would like to address you, our
spiritual children, and give you the following advice: follow the
appropriate instructions; observe the established distance while near to
other people, including in the temple or the yard of the temple; during
the divine liturgy (and other services), only clergymen should remain
in the church, while a limited number of parishioners are allowed to
join them in large cathedrals, though it is generally recommended that
parishioners remain in the yard of the church. Additional advice will be
given to the clergy and temple servants, given the specific
circumstances," he said.
"Some believers who are at risk due to age or weaknesses, as well as
those who are particularly cautious about contracting the virus, should
stay at home”, reads the statement of Georgian Patriarch.
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