Pope Francis sends condolences on death of Card.
Tettamanzi
(Vatican Radio) Following the death of Cardinal
Dionigi Tettamanzi, Pope Francis has sent a telegram of
condolence to Archbishop Mario Delpini, Archbishop-elect of Milan.
“I think with affection and remember with gratitude the
intense cultural and pastoral work accomplished by this praiseworthy brother,
who in his fruitful life has borne witness with joy to the Gospel, and docilely
served the Church,” the Pope said. He remembered Cardinal Tettamanzi’s service
“first as a priest of the Archdiocese of Milan, then as Bishop of Ancona-Osimo,
secretary of the Italian Bishops’ Conference, and Archbishop of Genoa, later as
Archbishop of the beloved Ambrosian Church, and finally as Apostolic
Administrator of Vigevano.”
Cardinal Tettamanzi, Pope Francis said, “always
distinguished himself as a caring pastor, totally dedicated to the needs and
well-being” of his priests and people. In particular, he noted the Cardinal’s
expertise in the fields of family, marriage, and bioethics.
Concluding the telegram, Pope Francis prayed “that, through
the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary,” the Lord “might welcome this His
faithful servant, whom I loved so much, into joy and eternal peace.”
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