Baghdad: The clergy working in various parishes in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq, have decided to pay their allowances to the corona victims and the poor. The clergy will donate to a fund set up by Cardinal Luis Rafael Sacco, head of the Chaldean Church, to help those who are in distress. The final decision on the allowance was reached at a meeting between Cardinal Louis Rafael Sacco and the bishops and clergy. They assessed the current situation at the meeting. Cardinal Sacco emphasized the need to maintain social distance and abide by government-issued health guidelines to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Scripture in the parishes and other programs for young people have been suspended until further notice. Cardinal Sacco explained that the Chaldean Church plans to use the Internet and social media effectively to maintain a relationship with believers. He urged Christians and Iraqis to put aside their personal interests and take the path of unity in the fight against the common enemy, Corona. According to the latest figures, 1677 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in Iraq. 83 people died. 1171 were cured.
