VATICAN The Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI sends telegramme of condolence for the tsunami victims in Java

Wednesday, 19 July 2006

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Vatican City (Agenzia Fides) - The Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI through Cardinal Secretary of State Angelo Sodano sent the following telegram of condolence, to the ecclesial and civil authorities of Indonesia for the tsunami that hit the island of Java on Monday 17 July (see Fides 18/7/2006) and left more than 500 people dead and around 300 missing:
"Deeply saddened to learn of the tragic consequences of the recent tsunami in Java, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI assures all those affected of his closeness in prayer. He commends the deceased to the loving mercy of the Almighty, and upon their grieving families he invokes divine blessings of strength and consolation. His Holiness likewise prays for the rescue workers and all involved in providing assistance to displaced families, encouraging them to persevere in their efforts to bring relief and support. Cardinal Secretary of State Angelo Sodano”. (S.L.) (Agenzia Fides 19/7/2006 - Righe 10, parole 134)