Michel Aoun (bishop)

Michel Aoun (2 June 1959–) is a Lebanese prelate of the Maronite Catholic Church who served as the Eparch of the Eparchy of Byblos. Quotes It would be great if Christians in the West would petition their government so that, for example, the US government take account of the importance of Christians in the Middle East. It seems that sometimes that economic considerations have precedence, as has been the case in Iraq, for example. Western policy should ensure that Christians remain in the Middle East – their presence is vital. The Lebanese example shows why: Lebanese Muslims are very much influenced by Christians – they are different than Muslims in Syria or Iraq, because they have lived side by side with many Christians and have been exposed to Christian values, including their support for democracy, and tolerance. That is a vital, indispensable gift Christians have to offer the region. (15 November 2017) Aid to the Church in Need International External links Category:1959 births Category:Catholics from Lebanon Category:Maronite Catholic bishops Category:Living people