Pope's visit is an attempt to awaken European countries - theologian (video)
“The visit of Pope Francis to Armenia is not accidental. If we carefully analyze his statements we shall understand that he conveyed powerful messages. He is the holder of far-reaching actions and well-calculated policy of the Catholic Church,” theologian Vardan Khachatryan said today. He says the planned visit shows Pope Francis’ exclusive attitude to Armenia and its people. “He is making a pilgrimage to Armenia. Pope Francis, one of the famous Popes of the Roman Catholic Church, is coming to our country this week. But I must say that Pope John Paul II was the most popular among the Popes. Pope Francis is not visiting a Caucasian country as they often say; he is visiting a nation that has a major role in the Middle East.” The theologian also recalled the Pope's previous message. “Pope Francis said that the genocide committed by the Ottoman Empire was not only against Armenians, but unlike, Assyrians, Greeks and Kurds, Armenians were able to raise the issue on the international level. The Pope believes that in Armenia he has a powerful pillar of support. The visit can ensure our protection to a certain degree. His visit is an attempt to awaken European countries,” Mr Khachatryan said. Pope Francis is due to arrive in Armenia on June 24.
