The Vatican Secretary of State has sent a letter of condolence on behalf of the Holy Father to the family of Steven Sotloff, the second American journalist who was beheaded by the Islamic State.
His Holiness Pope Francis was deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of your son and brother, Steven Joel, and he has asked me to convey to you his prayerful condolences. He entrusts Steven's soul to the Lord and offers prayers for you and all who mourn his death.
His Holiness urges people everywhere to reject violence, aggression and lack of compassion, and asks each one to pray and work for forgiveness, healing and peace. Upon you and your loved ones, he invokes the Almighty's blessings of consolation and strength.
A video of Sotloff's execution by ISIS was released on September 2 of this year. Another American journalist, James Foley, was beheaded earlier. A video of his killing was released by ISIS on August 19.
Letter sent by the Vatican Secretary of State
to the family of Steven Sotloff
His Holiness Pope Francis was deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of your son and brother, Steven Joel, and he has asked me to convey to you his prayerful condolences. He entrusts Steven's soul to the Lord and offers prayers for you and all who mourn his death.
His Holiness urges people everywhere to reject violence, aggression and lack of compassion, and asks each one to pray and work for forgiveness, healing and peace. Upon you and your loved ones, he invokes the Almighty's blessings of consolation and strength.
A video of Sotloff's execution by ISIS was released on September 2 of this year. Another American journalist, James Foley, was beheaded earlier. A video of his killing was released by ISIS on August 19.
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