Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel: Assyrian Christian Cleric and Victim of Attack
Background
WEB Mar Mari Emmanuel (born 19 July 1970) is an Assyrian Christian cleric who serves as the bishop of Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, New South Wales, Australia.
Attack on Bishop Emmanuel
In 2011, Bishop Emmanuel became the target of a violent attack while delivering a sermon at his church.
A live-streamed church service captured the moment when the attacker stabbed Bishop Emmanuel. The incident garnered widespread attention, raising concerns about the safety of religious leaders.
Consecration as Bishop
In August 2011, Mar Yacoub Daniel and Mar Zaia Khoshaba consecrated Mar Mari Emmanuel as a suffragan bishop for the archdiocese of Australia and New Zealand, assisting the Metropolitan of.
Social Media Presence
Bishop Emmanuel maintains a strong online presence, with a significant following on Facebook. He regularly engages with his followers, sharing his sermons and faith-based insights.
Clerical Celibacy
As a bishop, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel adheres to the principle of clerical celibacy, a commitment to remain unmarried, as required by church law. This commitment is considered a sacred vow and a lifelong dedication to serving the church.
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