Pope Sends Condolences to Quake-Stricken Colombia
- Pope Leo XIV sent condolences to victims of the 7.4-magnitude earthquake in western Colombia on August 10, expressing closeness to those affected in a telegram dated August 11.
- The earthquake caused at least 132 deaths and 570 injuries, severely damaging buildings including the Manizales Cathedral, the tallest neo-Gothic church in the Americas.
- The pope's telegram, signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, offered prayers for the deceased and requested Archbishop Francisco Javier Múnera Correa to convey condolences to grieving families.
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Vatican City, Aug 12 (EFE).- Pope Leon XIV offered his prayers this Wednesday for the families of the victims of the earthquake in Colombia «and for all those who have been affected by this tragedy» and expressed his gratitude to those who carry out search and assistance tasks. «I wish to express my solidarity with our Colombian brothers and sisters who have suffered the consequences of the recent earthquake, which has caused numerous victims an…
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Pope Leo XIV Offers Prayers, Condolences as Bishops Urge Solidarity Following Colombia Earthquake
by Junno Arocho Esteves, OSV News (OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV said he was deeply saddened by the loss of life and destruction following a powerful earthquake that struck Colombia, leaving more than 100 dead and dozens of collapsed buildings. The pope offered prayers “for the eternal rest of the deceased and raises his prayers to the Lord for the speedy recovery of those affected by this tragedy,” said a telegram to Archbishop Francisco Javier Mún…
Pope sends condolences to quake-stricken Colombia
Pope Leo XIV has sent his condolences to families and loved ones of all who have perished in a devastating earthquake in Colombia, promising prayers “for the eternal rest of those who died” and for the swift success of rescue and relief efforts. In a telegram signed by the Holy See’s Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the pontiff on Tuesday offered his heartfelt condolences to all who, “in this hour of profound sorrow, mourn the loss o…
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