“Dear sons and daughters of Gaza, I address you today, in these difficult times, through this video, hoping to be able to reach you soon, like every year, to meet you, pray and exchange testimonies with you”. The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, says this in a video message to the population of Gaza. “The continuous attacks you are suffering touch me deeply and break my heart and that of our entire community – says the cardinal, speaking partly in Arabic and partly in English -. But I am also encouraged by your testimonies, by how you are enduring this terrible situation you find yourself in.” “Remember the commandment of Christ: do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul (Matthew 10:28),” urges Pizzaballa. “Your suffering and pain are my main concern, to which I dedicate all my time firstly in prayer – he continues -, and secondly in dialogue with those responsible, to urge them to put an end to this situation as soon as possible. possible and to support you with all my strength.” “You are not alone – assures the Latino Patriarch of Jerusalem -. The entire Christian community in the Holy Land and in the world is with you, praying for you and supporting you”. “Now we have 18 brothers and sisters in heaven who pray for you and intercede for you: they are our strength – he remembers -. Do not lose courage and hope. Remember that the Lord is with you and we are with you. Stay strong “. “I am sure that one day we will be united in prayer and peace”, concludes Cardinal Pizzaballa before imparting the blessing.
2023-10-25 22:22:58
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