The Holy Father sent a telegram of condolence to victims of hurricane Erika which struck the Caribbean island of Dominica. The Pope's concern was voiced by the Cardinal Secretary of State, His Eminence, Pietro Parolin in a note which was dispatched to His Excellency, Gabriel Malzaire, Bishop of Roseau (Dominica) in Pope Francis' name.
To the Right Reverend Gabriel Malzaire
Bishop of Roseau
Deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of life and destruction in the wake of Hurricane Erika, His Holiness Pope Francis sends his heartfelt condolences to the relatives of the deceased and prays for all those providing rescue and relief service. In commending the dead to the loving mercy of God, the Holy Father invokes upon their grieving families and all those affected by this disaster the blessings of perseverance, hope and peace.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State
Letter of Condolence
sent in the name of the Holy Father, Pope Francis
To the Right Reverend Gabriel Malzaire
Bishop of Roseau
Deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of life and destruction in the wake of Hurricane Erika, His Holiness Pope Francis sends his heartfelt condolences to the relatives of the deceased and prays for all those providing rescue and relief service. In commending the dead to the loving mercy of God, the Holy Father invokes upon their grieving families and all those affected by this disaster the blessings of perseverance, hope and peace.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State
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