Maysan:Maysan Governorate celebrated the reopening of St. Joseph the Virgin Church on Saturday, marking the completion of extensive restoration and renovation efforts. The reopening was attended by religious leaders, official figures, and representatives from Christian communities across the southern governorates. The event was highlighted as a symbol of peace and tolerance, underscoring the deep coexistence and fraternity among Iraq’s diverse societal components.

According to Iraqi News Agency, Father Aram Sabah Qanoun from the Chaldean Catholic Eparchy of Basra and Southern Iraq commented on the significance of the event. He noted that the reopening ceremony, which included clergy, officials, and Christian community representatives, showcased a spirit of love, fraternity, and coexistence among Iraqi people.

Father Qanoun further elaborated that the church, originally established in 1946, is a significant historical and religious landmark in the Maysan Governorate. He acknowledged the restoration efforts, which were supported by several charitable organizations, and supervised by the Patriarchal Vicar, Bishop Mar Firas Athanasius Dardar.