Pope’s telegram of condolence for victims of Hurricane Harvey

by | 1 Sep, 2017 | News

Pope Francis has sent a telegram of condolence for the victims of Hurricane Harvey to Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, USA. It was signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin.

The telegram reads: “His Holiness Pope Francis asks you kindly to convey the assurance of his spiritual closeness and pastoral concern to all those affected by the violent hurricane that swept through the states of Texas and Louisiana in these days.

“Deeply moved by the tragic loss of life and the immense material devastation that this natural catastrophe has left in its wake, he prays for the victims and their families, and for all those engaged in the vital work of relief, recovery and rebuilding.

“He likewise trusts that the immense and immediate needs of so many individuals and communities will continue to inspire a vast outpouring of solidarity and mutual aid in the best traditions of the nation. With these sentiments, and with the renewed promise of his prayers, the Holy Father sends his blessing as a pledge of consolation, strength and peace in the Lord.”


Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State

ENDS

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