Turkey: Where Christianity Was Shaped | The Land of the Ecumenical Councils

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Sign up for our newsletter here: https://bit.ly/ewtnvatican Join EWTN Vaticano on a powerful pilgrimage through Turkey — a land rich in early Christian history, where the Church’s foundational teachings were shaped. Although only a small percentage of the population is Christian today, the echoes of the faith’s origins still resonate through its sacred sites. Led by Fr. Giovanni Biallo and Sr. Rebecca Nazzaro from Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi, a group of journalists and clergy retrace the steps of the first seven Ecumenical Councils — from Ephesus and Iznik (ancient Nicaea) to the heart of Istanbul and the majestic Hagia Sophia. 🕊 Discover the deep connection between East and West, as Catholic leaders reflect on unity, history, and hope in today’s world. 💬 “Turkey is where the first Christian communities were born — with St. Paul, St. Peter, John the Apostle, and even the presence of Mary,” says Fr. Giovanni. From the Council of Ephesus proclaiming Mary as Theotokos, to the Nicene Creed, and the theological debates of Constantinople — this journey reminds us of the Church’s living legacy. 🎥 Featuring insights from: • Fr. Giovanni Biallo – Spiritual Assistant, Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi • Sr. Rebecca Nazzaro – Director, Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi • Bishop Massimiliano Palinuro – Apostolic Vicar of Istanbul 📌 Locations Visited: Ephesus Iznik (Nicaea) Istanbul (Hagia Irene, Hagia Sophia, St. Mary of Chalcedon) 👥 Follow us on our social networks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/EWTNVatican/ X: https://twitter.com/EWTNVatican Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EWTNVatican 💻 And you can also visit our website: https://www.ewtnvatican.com/ #EWTN #Vaticano #Christianity #EcumenicalCouncils #Turkey #ChurchHistory #CatholicPilgrimage #HagiaSophia #Ephesus #Nicaea #StPaul #StPeter #CatholicFaith