His Holiness Pope Francis, Head of the Catholic Church, has also shared some photos of his historic visit to the UAE through his own Instagram account.
The Papal Visit marks first visit of the head of Catholic Church to the MENA region. Themed ‘Make Me a Channel of Your Peace’, the visit is a positive response of the pontiff and the Vatican to the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the UAE.
In line with the UAE’s ‘Year of Tolerance’ the visit is part of the celebrations of the ‘International Interfaith Meeting on Human Fraternity’.
Pope Francis has had an eventful days in the UAE ever since he arrived and the photos he uploaded on Instagram showed some of the highlights.
“God is with those who seek peace. From heaven He blesses every step which, on this path, is accomplished,” he captioned the photos.
He has already been greeted and welcomed by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, together with the UAE’s cabinet ministers. Pope Francis was also welcomed by young Emirati children who greeted him in native Spanish. The Pontiff also greeted His Eminence Dr Ahmad At-Tayyeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar Al Sharif.
He has also attended an official Welcome Ceremony at the Presidential Palace, followed by an official visit to the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at the same venue. Pope Francis also visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Today, February 5, will be the last day of his visit to the UAE.
