Sunday, December 27, 2015

A Message to Nigeria

Having heard of a tragic explosion which took place at a gas plant in Nigeria, the Cardinal Secretary of State, His Eminence, Pietro Parolin has sent a message on behalf of the Holy Father.


Message sent on behalf of the Holy Father, Pope Francis
to those affected by gas plant explosions in Nigeria

The Holy Father was deeply saddened to learn of the senseless killing of innocent people in Mindanao, and he sends condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. His Holiness prays that security and safety will be established for all people in the region, so that dialogue, tolerance and peace may enable each person to live free from fear. He asks all believers to reject violence in the name of God who is love, and invokes abundant divine gifts of consolation, mercy and strength upon those affected by this tragedy.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State

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