P. A. Chacko SJ
A historic commitment to journey together, searching for lasting solutions to end ‘religiously inspired violence and to protect the planet.’
The personalities are the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis and
Grand Imam Nasaruddin Umar of Southeast Asia’s largest mosque in Indonesia.
One way is preaching from the pulpit invoking fire and brimstone on violent forces. The Pope’s way appears to be a different route.” Two paths diverged into a jungle; I chose the least trodden”. With apology to Robert frost, this summarises the Pope’s way.
The Pope’s 12 day trip to Asia and Oceania saw the Imam kissing the Pope on his head and the Pope kissing his hand in a rare gesture. (Newstribe ATCC)
