Pope urges Norwegians to reject hatred and conflict

More prayer from the Pope. No help for the victims’ families; just prayer. All this Pope does is pray, and pray, and pray… That’s a big thing with Catholics – lots of prayers. They’re not good at anything else, but they sure know how to pray. TGO

Refer to story below. Source: Reuters

ReutersBy James Mackenzie | Reuters

ROME (Reuters) – Pope Benedict expressed sympathy Saturday for the victims of a suspected right-wing zealot who killed up to 98 people in a shooting spree and bomb attack and urged Norwegians to reject hatred and violence.

In a message to Norway’s King Harald, the Vatican said the pontiff had been “profoundly saddened” by the attacks in the government district of Oslo and on Utoeya island northwest of the capital.

“His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI offers fervent prayers for the victims and their families, invoking God’s peace upon the dead and divine consolation upon those who suffer,” a statement said.

“At this time of national grief he prays that all Norwegians will be spiritually united in a determined resolve to reject the ways of hatred and conflict and to work together fearlessly in shaping a future of mutual respect, solidarity and freedom for coming generations.”

(Writing by James Mackenzie)

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