Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II, who celebrated the 42nd anniversary of his enthronement in Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, addressed the parishioners from Ambion.

He thanked the Georgian nation for love.

“Today is truly a historic day. It is the great mercy from God on us. I am grateful to God and our nation for giving me the opportunity to do this job. Our nation is has been gifted with love from God and we must take care of that love. We should not respond to love with hate. I am grateful for your love. God bless you”, - the patriarch said.