Vatican
City, 20 November 2013 (VIS) – Archbishop Pietro Parolin, secretary
of State, has sent a telegram on behalf of Pope Francis to Archbishop
Arrigo Miglio of Cagliari, president of the Sardinian Episcopal
Conference, following the floods that struck the island of Sardinia,
Italy, claiming lives and causing numerous injuries and extensive
material damage.
“It
is with great sadness that the Supreme Pontiff has learned of the
floods that have affected the island of Sardinia, causing loss of
human life, injury and enormous damage and discomfort to many
families. His Holiness wishes to extend to all some affectionate
words of comfort and encouragement, assuring his special prayers for
those who have lost their lives and for all those affected by this
grave disaster. The Holy Father expresses his hope that the
solidarity and necessary assistance in facing this difficult moment
will be forthcoming, and imparts his heartfelt apostolic
benediction”.
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