Komšić: Christmas is a time of joy, but also of tolerance and mutual respect

SARAJEVO, (Patria) - Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Željko Komšić sent a congratulatory message to Metropolitan Hrizostom of Dabar-Bosnia and all Orthodox Christians in Bosnia and Herzegovina on the occasion of the Orthodox holiday of Christmas 

"On the occasion of the upcoming great Orthodox holiday of Christmas, on my own behalf and on behalf of the Presidency of Bosnia and
Herzegovina, I extend heartfelt congratulations to you and to Orthodox believers in Bosnia and Herzegovina and around the world, with the wish that you spend it in good health, peace, prosperity and harmony, with your family and friends.

Christmas is a time of joy and giving, but also a time when we should encourage one another to promote mutual respect, solidarity and tolerance. This holiday is an opportunity to inspire each other in creating a more prosperous and safer society, to nurture tradition and customs. May the holiday of Christ's birth bring you joy among your loved ones. Merry Christmas", stated Komšić.