Pope Francis’ words to the victims of Hurricane Otis in Acapulco were a gesture of solidarity and consolation at a time of great pain and suffering. The Pope expressed his “deep sorrow” for the victims and victims, and offered his prayers for the eternal rest of the deceased.
The Pope also stressed the importance of solidarity and mutual aid in times of crisis. “In these difficult times, it is important that we unite in prayer and solidarity to help those who need it most,” he said.
The Pope’s words were well received by the victims and their families, who expressed their gratitude for his support. “It is important that the Pope remembers us,” said a woman who lost her husband in the hurricane. “His words give us hope.”
The Pope’s words are also a reminder that the Church is committed to helping the most vulnerable. Pope Francis has made protecting children and the vulnerable one of his priorities, and his words to the victims of Hurricane Otis are an example of his commitment to this cause.
Pope’s Telegram
MONS. LEOPOLDO GONZALEZ GONZALEZ
METROPOLITAN ARCHBISHOP OF ACAPULCO
HIS HOLINESS FRANCISCO, DEEPLY SADDENED TO LEARN OF THE NATURAL DISASTER THAT IS AFFECTING THESE COASTS OF GUERRERO, CAUSING VICTIMS, INJURIES AND NUMEROUS MATERIAL DAMAGES, OFFERS FERVENT PRAYERS FOR THE ETERNAL REST OF THE DECEASED, WHILE ASKING THE LORD TO GRANT HIS CONSOLATION TO THOSE WHO SUFFER THE DEVASTATING EFFECTS OF THE HURRICANE AND PRAYS THAT HE MAY INCREASE IN THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY FEELINGS OF ARDENT CHARITY TO COLLABORATE IN THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE AFFECTED AREAS.
THE HOLY FATHER ALSO WISHES TO EXPRESS HIS HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILIES OF THE DECEASED, AS WELL AS HIS PATERNAL SOLICITUDE AND SPIRITUAL CLOSENESS TO THE WOUNDED AND VICTIMS OF THE BELOVED PEOPLE OF ACAPULCO, TO WHOM HE CORDIALLY IMPARTS THE COMFORTING APOSTOLIC BLESSING AS A SIGN OF FAITH AND HOPE IN THE RISEN CHRIST.
CARDINAL PIETRO PAROLIN
SECRETARY OF STATE
[Original text: Spanish]
