Vatican
City, 22 May 2013
(VIS) – Yesterday afternoon, the Holy Father sent a message,
through Cardinal Secretary of State Tarcisio Bertone, S.D.B., to
Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA, for the
tornado that devastated the city and suburbs, causing numerous
victims and wounded on Monday, 20 May.
“The
Holy Father,” reads the text, “has followed with deep concern the
aftermath of the devastating tornado which has struck Oklahoma and he
asks you convey to the entire community the assurance of his
solidarity and closeness in prayer. Conscious of the tragic loss of
life and the immensity of the work of rebuilding that lies ahead, he
asks Almighty God to grant eternal rest to the departed, comfort to
the afflicted, and strength and hope to the homeless and the injured.
In a particular way he commends to the Father of mercies the many
young children among the victims and their grieving families. Upon
the local civil and religious leaders, and upon all involved in the
relief efforts, His Holiness invokes the Risen Lord’s gifts of
consolation, strength, and perseverance in every good.”
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