By Fr. Panagiotis Kapodistrias
Damascus remains a heavy place, charged from all sides: socially, politically, religiously, militarily, etc. Centuries ago, it was there that Saul, a fervent Jew and persecutor of Christians, traveled “bearing letters to the synagogues” (Acts 9:2), determined to bring the disciples of Jesus bound to Jerusalem. He had zeal, determination, and religious self-confidence. He believed he was serving God...