His Reverend Abune Lucas passes away

Asmara, 09 November 2026- His Reverend Abune Lucas, Administrator of the Office of the Patriarch, Member of the Holy Synod of the Orthodox Tewahdo Church, and, Archbishop of the Central Region, has passed away at the age of 94 due to illness.

Prayer services for Abune Lucas will be held on Wednesday at Asmara’s St. Mary Church and Funeral Services later on Thursday, 12 November, at Debre Libanos Monastery.

The Holy Synod announced that Book of Condolences will be open at the Office of the Patriarch on Tuesday, 10 November, on 9 am to 5 pm.