Following the footsteps of the Apostles of Jesus Christ, and as messengers of hope and faith, they left their concerns and work behind and embarked on a journey of pilgrimage, Prayer, and discovery into the heart of the Coptic Orthodox Church, delving into its traditions and deepening its history.

They are the participants in the Sixth World Conference of the World Council of Churches' Faith and Order Commission, held at the Papal Logos Center in Wadi El Natrun, Egypt.

The participants culminated the third day of the conference, by visiting ancient, historic Religious Sites belonging to the Coptic Orthodox Church.

An Ecumenical journey brought together representatives from various Churches to learn about the heritage and rich resources of the Coptic Orthodox Church. This cultural journey was embodied by a sincere fraternal spirit determined to celebrate the richness of diversity and love for others.

The first stop was at the St. Mary Monastery Baramous, where they learned about its history and various sections. The Monastery is one of the oldest Monasteries of the Coptic Orthodox Church in Wadi El Natrun, located about 12 kilometers from the Cairo-Alexandria road.

The Monastery is considered the first monastic establishment, founded by Anba Macarius in Wadi El Natrun in 340 AD. It included cells spread around the cell of Abu Makar, before the Church was built in their midst.

The second stop was at the Anba Macarius Monastery, founded in 360 AD by Saint Anba Macarius. The Monastery is home to approximately 120 Monks who Pray and work together within the complex, including six hermit Monks living in caves outside the Monastery's ancient walls.

The Monastery contains a large tree forest and is located on the desert road from Egypt to Alexandria.

Finally, the participating delegations headed to the Anaphora Center, where they toured its sections and learned about its most prominent spiritual, Theological, and cultural significance.

It is worth noting that the Anaphora Center was established by His Grace Anba Thomas, Bishop of Qusiya and Mir, Assiut. Located between Cairo and Alexandria, it aims to introduce the Coptic Orthodox Church to the outside world. It is characterized by its simple design and lifestyle, encompassing diverse green spaces and trees, and focusing on handcrafted clothing, food, and drink.

On their way back to the Papal Logos Center, the participants carried with them a wealth of cultural knowledge filled with faith, piety, and serenity. It is a unique Ecumenical experience that they will share with all parts of the world.