About The Franciscan Church in Damascus, Syria:
The Franciscan Church in Damascus is particularly known for its role in the Martyrs of Damascus, also known as the Eleven Martyrs of Damascus, a group of eight Franciscan friars and three Maronite laymen (the Massabki Brothers) who were martyred at the adjacent Franciscan Convent in Damascus on the night of July 9-10, 1860. They were killed during a period of persecution against Christians in Syria and Lebanon.
The Martyrs of Damascus were canonized by Pope Francis on October 20, 2024. Pope Francis canonized the Martyrs of Damascus on October 20, 2024, recognizing their sacrifice and faith. Beneath the altar is the urn containing the bones of the martyrs.
Traveling to The Franciscan Church in Damascus, Syria:
The church is located in the Abu Roumaneh Disrict of the Christian Quarter of Bab-Touma Damascus.
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