Saturday, March 28, 2015

Condolences to Chile and Perù

Today, the Vatican Press Centre released the text of a telegram of condolence for the victims of the flooding which occurred in recent days along the coast of Chile and Perù which was sent by the Cardinal Secretary of State, Pietro Parolin, on behalf of the Holy Father to His Excellency, Ivo Scapolo, Apostolic Nuncio in Chile and to His Excellency, James Patrick Green, Apostolic Nuncio in Perù.


Telegram of Condolence
sent on behalf of the Holy Father

Following the severe flooding that has taken place in areas of Chile and Perù, causing deaths and claiming much property damage, the Holy Father offers his prayers for the eternal repose of the victims and implores the Lord that he might grant comfort and strength to all those who have been affected by this disaster.

Also, Pope Francis calls on the institutions and on all men of good will, that inspired by sentiments of fraternal solidarity and Christian charity, to provide effective assistance where ever possible to overcome these difficult moments, while imparting his heartfelt blessings.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State of His Holiness

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