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MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS BENEDICT XVI
TO THE PEOPLE OF HAITI
FOR THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE EARTHQUAKE

 

On the occasion of the first anniversary of the terrible earthquake that bereaved your country, dear Haitians, I am united with all of you to assure you of my prayers, especially for those who died.

I likewise wish to give you a word of hope in the present, particularly difficult, circumstances. Indeed, it is now time to rebuild, not only the material structures, but also civil, social and religious coexistence. I hope that the Haitian People will play the lead in their current history and in their future, also counting on international aid which has already shown signs of great generosity with financial assistance and through the volunteers who come from all the countries.

I am present through H.E. Cardinal Robert Sarah, President of the Pontifical Council “Cor Unum”. With his presence and his voice, he brings you my encouragement and affection. I entrust you to the intercession from Heaven of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Patroness of Haiti, who, I am certain, will not be indifferent to your prayers.

May God bless all Haitians.

From the Vatican 5 January 2011.

BENEDICTUS PP. XVI

   



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