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Funeral Service of Abune Lukas Conducted in Addis Ababa
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AI SUMMARY
The funeral service for H.G. Abune Lukas, Archbishop of the Setit Humera Welkait Tegede Diocese and former General Secretary of the Holy Synod, was held at the Holy Trinity Cathedral.
- The funeral service for Abune Lukas took place on October 22, 2026 at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Addis Ababa.
- The deceased served as the Archbishop of the Setit Humera, Welkait Tegede Diocese and as the former General Secretary of the Holy Synod.
- His Holiness Abune Mathias presided over the funeral ceremony and delivered a message of consolation.
- The Patriarch described Abune Lukas as a faithful, dedicated teacher, counselor, and father who fulfilled his responsibilities to the Church.
- The funeral was attended by all members of the Holy Synod and archbishops.
- Tributes during the farewell ceremony highlighted Abune Lukas's apostolic service in strengthening the Church, supporting traditional schools and monasteries, and defending the rights of the faithful.
- The report was provided by Mahibere Kidusan Television.
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