Today (Sunday), His Holiness witnessed a celebration for the children of the “Mother of Light” nursery, affiliated with the Church of the Virgin Mary and Saint Mina in Ezbet Khair-Allah in Old Cairo, to mark the graduation of 96 children from the nursery.

The celebration, which was held under the title “Create in Me,” included segments that showcased many of the talents and skills acquired by the children. Acts were presented about the stages of planting a tree, the importance of the role of the father and mother in the lives of their children, and the choir sang some hymns for different occasions of the Coptic year.

His Grace Anba Yolyous, the General Bishop of the churches of the Old Egypt, thanked Pope Tawadros for his interest in supporting and encouraging children and youth who represent the future of the Church. He explained that His Holiness’ keenness to participate in the celebration confirms and establishes many positive meanings in the souls of the children.

For his part, His Holiness thanked the servants and all those who work at the “Mother of Light ” nursery for the distinguished effort they are making with the children of Ezbet Khair-Allah, expressing his hope for the establishing of a school there to serve all its children.

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