Inauguration of the Cathedral of the Maronite Patriarchate in Bkerke, After Rehabilitation

From the main entrance, to Saint Rafqa Chapel, all the way to the new cathedral,
The Maronite Patriarch enters the new cathedral of the Patriarchate


Entry with solemn maronite hymns and prayers


Prayer for the blessing of the new cathedral and the altar



Holy incense around the new altar



Anointment of the new altar with holy oil


Mar Beshara Peter Al Rahi begins the Sunday Mass.
The holy altar is overlooked by a great wall painting
of the Ascension




General view of the beautiful cathedral, all built
in natural white stones from mount Lebanon.
Natural lighting adds a nice touch to the
masterpiece 


Sunday Homily




Government officials among believers attending the ceremony



"The beauty of the new cathedral reflects the beauty of Christ's church,"
says the Maronite Patriarch






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