The Archdiocese of Seoul (Korea) has declared a special Month of Martyrs. During the month of September, that particular church will commemorate all those who have testified to their faith during times of persecution.
For the occasion, His Holiness has asked his Secretary of
State, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone to send a special message to the Archbishop of
Seoul.
Message
of His Holiness, Pope Francis
for the Month of Martyrs
The Most Reverend Andrew Yeom Soo Jung
Archbishop of Seoul
The Holy Father was pleased to learn that the Archdiocese
of Seoul has proclaimed the Month of September 2013 the Month of Martyrs in commemoration of those who laid down their
lives for the gospel in Korea. His
Holiness trusts that all who participate in pilgrimages during this month,
aided by the prayers and example of the martyrs, will deepen their communion
with the Lord Jesus Christ who laid down his life that we might share in the
inestimable gift of eternal life. He prays
that this occasion may be an opportunity for pilgrims to rekindle the faith in
their hearts and so commit themselves more fully to the urgent task of
evangelization. Entrusting all the
pilgrims to the powerful intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church, and the
prayers of the martyrs of Korea, His Holiness willingly imparts his Apostolic
Blessing as a pledge of peace and joy in Our Lord.
Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone
Secretary of State
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