Father Faysal Hijazin RIP


On Thursday morning, August 4, 2016, the faithful of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem were shocked to learn of the death of Father Faysal Hijazin, director of the Patriarchate schools in Israel and Palestine.

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Father Faysal, 55 years old, died of a heart attack. He was an important figure in the Patriarchate and had served in different roles over his many years as a priest. He was ordained in 1985.

Father Faysal was buried on Saturday, August 6, 2016 in Amman after the funeral service held at Our Lady of Peace.

The Saint James Vicariate, priests and faithful, offer their condolences to the entire Patriarchate on the loss of this faithful servant of the Lord.

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