Eritrean christian religious event: Asmara, 10 September 2013 – His Holiness Abune Dioskoros, 4th Patriarch of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church, gave benediction in connection with Kidus Yohannes celebrations.
In his message, the Patriarch wished the faithful happy Geez New Year, and called on them to celebrate the Day through spirit of sharing with need nationals. He further gave detailed briefings regarding the historical background of the religious event, and prayed for citizens lying on the bed of sickness, besides the Eritrean people inside the country and abroad who are engaged in the nation-building process.(shabait)