Addis Ababa, December 12, 2022 (FBC) – Reverend Belina Serka’s body laid to rest at Petros-Paulos Protestant and Catholic Cemetery on Monday afternoon, in Addis Ababa.
At the funeral, Priest Belina’s family and friends, senior government officials, religious leaders, monks and other guests were present.
It is to be recalled that Priest Belina passed away on December 6, 2022, after receiving medical treatment for his illness.
Reverend Belina has been a minister of the Ethiopian Evangelical Church, Mekane Eyesus, for more than half a century, according to his biography.
The leadership of the church and the parishioners have expressed their deep sorrow over the loss of a diligent and faithful servant who had a long history of service in the church.
The Mayor of Addis Ababa, Adanech Abiebie, who was present at the funeral, said that Reverend Belina, in his long service, was a father who sowed good seeds in the next generation, taught them to love, and respect.
He pointed out that “by learning from him, we should stand with truth, togetherness and perseverance”.