Egypt's Coptic Orthodox church says Pope Francis was example of Christian humility

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Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox church says Pope Francis was example of Christian humility

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DUBAI (Reuters) – Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Church mourned Pope Francis on Monday, saying he was “a true example of Christian humility”.

(Reporting by Tala Ramadan; Editing by Alison Williams)

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Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox church says Pope Francis was example of Christian humility

DUBAI (Reuters) – Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Church mourned Pope Francis on Monday, saying he was “a true example of Christian humility”. (Reporting by Tala Ramadan; Editing by Alison Williams)

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