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WCC sends greetings to all Muslims at Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr

The World Council of Churches (WCC) sent cordial greetings to Muslims around the world as they observing the month of Ramadan and as they will celebrate Eid al-Fitr.

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19 April 2023

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“May this be a blessed season for you,” said WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay. “The month of Ramadan, marked by fasting and praying, by reflecting and gathering as community, is an important part in Muslim life.”

This year, Muslim communities will fast during the season of Lent and Easter in the life of Christians. “This season has been for us a profound faith experience that deeply connects us with God and with one another,” said Pillay. “Both Christians and Muslims are called to more deeply understand and live out what it means to be human in light of our faith.”

People of faith are called to work for justice and peace, added Pillay. “As the Ramadan season draws to a close and you anticipate celebrations of Eid al-Fitr I wish you: Eid Mubarak! Blessed Eid-al Fitr!”

Read the WCC greetings to all Muslims at Ramadan and Eid al-FItr, April 2023