Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel forgives alleged stabber in first online sermon after terror attack in Sydney’s west
Emmanuel gave an online audio sermon that was streamed to the church’s website, Facebook and YouTube this morning.
He said he forgave the alleged stabber and anyone who may have been involved.
“Love never fails… whatever has happened to me personally I thank the lord Jesus,” Emmanuel said.
“It is a huge blessing for me.
“I forgive whoever has done this act and I say to him, you are my son, I love you and I will always pray for you.
“And whoever sent you to do this, I forgive them as well, in Jesus’ mighty name.
“I have nothing in my heart but love for everyone, whether this person is Christian or not, that is totally beside the point.”
The bishop sent the message from Liverpool Hospital, where he is yet to be discharged.
“I am doing fine, I am recovering very quickly,” he said.
He urged his followers not to retaliate, to abide by the law and to respect police.
Father Isaac Royel was also stabbed but has been discharged from hospital.
The 16-year-old who allegedly attacked the bishop and father remains under police guard at an undisclosed location, while he is being treated for injuries including cuts to his hand.
A 19-year-old man was arrested at a home in Doonside at 5.40 pm yesterday, in relation to the riot that ensued in the hours after the attack.
