The ceremony marking this significant anniversary will take place at the archaeological site containing the ruins of the Basilica of Saint Neophytos in Nicaea, Bithynia. The special commemoration is part of ecumenical efforts acknowledging divisions but seeking — symbolically and practically — to recover a sense of shared identity. For many, mourning the fractures and committing to dialogue and reconciliation may renew hope for unity. The planned commemoration is more than symbolic: the intention is to gather leaders from multiple Christian traditions – not only Catholic and Orthodox, but other Christian communities, too – in a prayerful gesture of unity. The Ecumenical Patriarchate expressed joy at the forthcoming visit of Pope Leo XIV to Türkiye, in response to the expressed wish and invitation of Patriarch Bartholomew to commemorate together the historic 1700th anniversary. Pope Leo XIV will visit to Türkiye and Lebanon for his first foreign journey, calling the two countries “rich in history and spirituality,” and asking for prayers during his last general audience on 26 November. In addition to participating in the special ecumenical prayer, Pillay will speak on 29 November before heads of churches and Christian world communions on “What Nicaea means to us today: Sharing reflections and proposals.” Livestream: Ecumenical Prayer Meeting, 28 November 2025 | 
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