Youssef Anis Abi-Aad

Youssef Anis Abi-Aad (12 January 1940 – 6 May 2017) was a prelate of the Maronite Catholic Church who served as the archeparch of the Archeparchy of Aleppo.

• In contemplation; it can happen that we cross, in a fleeting moment, a reflection of God's gaze on people. This is a moment of grace, a moment of joy, because this gaze is creator, savior and full of love.
  • Intervention of Mons. Youssef Anis ABI-AAD, Archbishop of Alep of the Maronites (SYRIA) (14 October 2010) Vatican News

• Our hope and our greatest desire can only be peace: this is why we pray intensely.
  • The Church's efforts to free the kidnapped Christians and to assist the displaced (8 November 2012) Fides News Agency

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