Pubblichiamo di seguito il telegramma di cordoglio per le vittime del terremoto che ha colpito la notte scorsa l'isola indonesiana di Sulawesi inviato, a nome del Santo Padre Francesco, dal Cardinale Segretario di Stato Pietro Parolin al Nunzio Apostolico del Paese, S.E. Mons. Piero Pioppo:

Telegramma

The Most Reverend Piero Pioppo
Apostolic Nuncio in Indonesia
JAKARTA

Your Excellency,

With regard to the earthquake which occurred today in Indonesia, I would ask you kindly to transmit the following message to the appropriate ecclesiastical and civil authorities:

Saddened to learn of the tragic loss of life and the destruction of property caused by the violent earthquake in Indonesia, His Holiness Pope Francis expresses his heartfelt solidarity with all those affected by this natural disaster. He prays for the repose of the deceased, the healing of the injured and the consolation of all who grieve. In a particular way, he offers encouragement to the civil authorities and those involved in the continuing search and rescue efforts. Upon all His Holiness willingly invokes the divine blessings of strength and hope.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State

[00054-EN.01] [Original text: English]

[B0026-XX.01]