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Dean's Mass for Patriarch Al-Houiek canonization
The article covers the celebrations marking the beatification of Patriarch Mar Elias Peter Howayek, whose sainthood was officially proclaimed at the Maronite Church altars in December 2026. The ceremony was attended by high-ranking political and religious figures, including President General Joseph Aoun, a group of bishops and clergy, as well as delegations from Lebanon, neighboring countries, and the diaspora. During the event, the official decree of beatification was presented, celebrating Howayek’s national and religious legacy, with an emphasis on his role in founding Greater Lebanon, resisting occupation, and highlighting national identity. President Aoun stated that the beatification of Howayek reflects the convergence of sanctity and patriotism, emphasizing the importance of monotheistic thought and communal coexistence, while also highlighting Howayek’s status as a symbol of Lebanese identity and a civilizational message.
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