This morning we were at Janmeda and wished you well for the commemoration of the baptism of the Lord Jesus Christ. Our Lord Jesus Christ was born of the Virgin Mary in Bethlehem, baptized in the Jordan and revealed to the world in the guise of a man to save mankind from the death of sin with his love, mercy and compassion. We should also understand the purpose of baptism and live it in our daily lives. This frees us from resentment and hatred. Let us tear down the walls of enmity and hatred by advising on our national issues by prioritizing forgiveness over resentment, unity over differences. Instead, we need to build bridges of love, peace, forgiveness and unity. Baptism is not just a declaration of faith; The manifestation of our unity, love, peace and Ethiopian civility is also a reflection of our common beauty. Happy Holidays again! May the Creator bless Ethiopia and its people! Mayor Adane Abebe