Funeral of Father Salib Matta Sawiris held in Shubra at St. George Church in Jouishi, Shibra, in the presence of a number of Bishops, priests and the congregation of the church.
Pope Tawadros has delegated Father Ammonius Adel, secretary of His Holiness, to participate in the prayers and offer his sincere condolences.
Father Salib died yesterday at the age of 75, after he spent 50 years in priestly service.