A Statement of Gratitude and Appreciation

The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem and the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Jordan extend their deepest gratitude and sincere appreciation to the Orthodox Churches and sister Churches; Heads of State and Parliaments; diplomatic, governmental, official, and community institutions; and all those who offered condolences and expressed their solidarity with the Church and Jordan, whether in an official or personal capacity, from within the Kingdom and abroad, during our profound sorrow following the martyrdom of members of the Church and the nation in the terrorist attack targeting the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George in Hamoud, Karak.

The Patriarchate and the Archdiocese deeply appreciate the sincere sentiments and noble expressions conveyed through messages of condolence, phone calls, and acts of solidarity. These expressions have affirmed that the bonds uniting the people of Jordan, Christians and Muslims alike, are far too deep for terrorism to undermine, and that our national unity and shared life in harmony are the foundations of our strength and the safeguards of our nation’s dignity, security, and stability.

The Patriarchate and the Archdiocese further affirm that confronting extremist ideology is a shared responsibility, and that Jordan, through the unity and solidarity of its people, will remain a nation firmly rooted in love, brotherhood, and citizenship, steadfast against discord and division. This is under the wise Hashemite leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein, may God protect him, and through the strength and cohesion of the institutions of the State, the noble traditions of Jordanian tribes, the awareness of their people, and their collective commitment to their leadership and homeland.