Monday, November 11, 2013

Condolences to the Philippines

Here is the text of the telegram that His Holiness asked his Secretary of State, Archbishop Pietro Parolin to send to the President of the Philippines.


Telegram of Condolence
sent on behalf of His Holiness, Pope Francis

His Excellency
Benigno Aquino III
President of the Republic of the Philippines
Manila

Deeply saddened by the destruction and loss of life caused by the super typhoon, His Holiness, Pope Francis expresses his heartfelt solidarity with all those affected by this storm and its aftermath.  He is especially mindful of those who mourn the loss of their loved ones and of those who have lost their homes.  In praying for all the people of the Philippines, the Holy Father likewise offers encouragement to the civil authorities and emergency personnel as they assist the victims of this storm.  He invokes divine blessings of strength and consolation for the Nation.

Archbishop Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State

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