Pope sends telegram of support to beleaguered Iraqis
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Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone

Vatican City, Jan 10, 2008 / 01:18 pm (CNA).- Upon hearing about the recent spate of bombings against Christians in Iraq, Pope Benedict XVI has sent a telegram to the Catholic Patriarch Emmanuel III Delly expressing his deep concern and spiritual closeness to all of those who were attacked.

The telegram, which was signed by the Vatican’s Secretary of State, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, conveyed the Pope’s “fraternal assurances of prayer as you seek to offer hope and strength to your people.”

Benedict also asked Cardinal Delly to “convey his heartfelt solidarity to the superiors of the religious communities affected by these attacks, and to renew his sentiments of sincere solidarity with all members of the Christian communities in Iraq, Catholic and non-Catholic alike.”

The message also called upon the terrorists to “renounce the ways of violence,” especially since “such attacks are also directed against the whole people of Iraq”.

The telegram closes by offering prayers for “a return to the peaceful coexistence of the diverse groups that make up the population of this beloved country,” and the Holy Father commending “all the people of Iraq to the heavenly protection of our almighty and merciful Father.”

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Published by: Vincent Bemowski
Appleton WI USA 01/12/2008 10:14 AM EST
(March '07) Latest British opinion poll shows that despite violence only 26% of Iraqi adults preferred life under Saddam - "Carried out by UK research firm ORB, which has been tracking public opinion in Iraq since 2005, the poll shows that despite the horrendous personal security problems only 26% of the country preferred life under the previous regime of Saddam Hussein."

Commentary: It is true that as in all wars, mistakes are made and the innocent die, but we should not judge America based on those mistakes. The above article is more evidence for those blind to the truth. Hopefully, over time, many who are against the sacrifices Americans have made to make Iraq free will come to realize that freedom is appreciated and welcomed by the vast majority of Iraqi people.

Vincent Bemowski
Webmaster/Editor: Catholic Messages USA
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Published by: lember
ohio/usa 01/11/2008 06:18 PM EST
Isn't it easier and more humane for the Vatican to tell their beloved evil friend Bush to Stop this Criminal war Altogether???
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