Royal Roman Catholic Archbishop Condemns Attack on Church of Hamoud in Jordan

The Royal Roman Catholic Archbishop condemned the attack on the Church of Hamoud in the Kark governorate, describing it as an assault on sacred things and human values. The Archbishop emphasized that the crime targeted the right of individuals to practice their religion freely and safely, underscoring the importance of religious freedom and human dignity.

In a statement, the Archbishop reaffirmed that such an act would not weaken the faith or national unity of Jordanians. She highlighted the shared history, land, and destiny of Muslims and Christians under the Hashemite leadership, calling for continued unity and mutual respect among all communities.

The Archbishop stressed that the attack was contrary to the religious, human, and national values that Jordanians have long upheld—values rooted in love, tolerance, and respect for human dignity. She assured that churches would remain places of prayer, hope, and tolerance, serving as beacons of peace and community.

Expressing solidarity with the people of Hamoud and Kark, the Archbishop placed her trust in Jordan’s security services and armed forces, confident in their ability to protect citizens, enforce the law, and bring those responsible for the crime to justice.

She called for national wisdom and responsibility, urging the addressing of hate speech that fuels division. The Church, she said, would continue to collaborate with various sectors of Jordanian society to strengthen national unity, which she described as the country’s strength and a key factor in its stability and prevention of conflict.

The Archbishop also extended mercy to the victims of the attack, praying for their recovery and for God’s compassion on their families. She expressed hope for the healing of those affected and for the continued protection of Jordan and its people under the guidance of King Abdullah II and Crown Prince Hussein Bin Abdullah II.

Source: Read the original report (translated from Arabic)