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The Holy Father offered prayers for the deceased, the wounded and the first responders, invoking divine blessings of consolation and strength for the nation.
SYDNEY — Pope Francis has reacted with deep sorrow at the news from Australia on Saturday, where a 40-year-old man, armed with a large knife, killed six people in a Sydney shopping center, injuring several others, including a nine-month-old child.
“Pope Francis was deeply saddened to learn of the violent attack in Sydney, and he sends the assurance of his spiritual closeness to all affected by this senseless tragedy, especially those who are now mourning the loss of a loved one,” read a telegram sent by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, secretary of state, sent on behalf of the Pope.
The Holy Father offered prayers for the deceased, the wounded and the first responders, invoking divine blessings of consolation and strength for the nation.
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SYDNEY — Pope Francis has reacted with deep sorrow at the news from Australia on Saturday, where a 40-year-old man, armed with a large knife, killed six people in a Sydney shopping center, injuring several others, including a nine-month-old child.
“Pope Francis was deeply saddened to learn of the violent attack in Sydney, and he sends the assurance of his spiritual closeness to all affected by this senseless tragedy, especially those who are now mourning the loss of a loved one,” read a telegram sent by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, secretary of state, sent on behalf of the Pope.
The Holy Father offered prayers for the deceased, the wounded and the first responders, invoking divine blessings of consolation and strength for the nation.
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Pope Francis Expresses Sorrow as Sydney Knife Attack Shocks Australia
The Holy Father offered prayers for the deceased, the wounded and the first responders, invoking divine blessings of consolation and strength for the nation.
