“We will think no longer in terms of ‘them’ and ‘those’, but only ‘us’.”
“The religious, cultural and ethnic diversity that has been a hallmark of Iraqi society for millennia is a precious resource on which to draw.”
“…putting the people, the faces, the stories at the centre.”
“As believers, we ought to allow ourselves to be challenged, so that the word of God and our faith tradition can help us interpret the phenomena of our world.”
“This crucible of cultures & ethnic and religious identities has resulted in a peaceful &enduring coexistence.”
“I felt that I had to come here today, to pray and to offer a sign of my closeness,”
“We can also speak with those who think differently, as well as those who hold other beliefs, who do not have the same faith.”



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