The Bangsamoro Government showed support on Tuesday, April 22, for its Christian brothers and sisters following the death of Pope Francis.“We, in the Bangsamoro Government, extend our deepest condolences to the Catholic Church, our Catholic residents in the region, and to all who mourn the loss of Pope Francis,” the Bangsamoro Government wrote online.They also called the Pope a “beacon of hope” and highlighted his notable contributions to religion throughout his leadership, especially his fight for the freedom of Palestine.
The statement read, “The news of his passing brings profound sadness as Pope Francis was a beacon of hope and a tireless advocate for peace, justice, and interfaith dialogue. Testament to this were his persistent and heartfelt appeals for peace in the Middle East, especially in the face of atrocities in Palestine.”“He was a source of moral clarity as he continuously urged world leaders to depart from war and instead seek peaceful resolutions.
These were not mere pronouncements, but a call to action and a reminder of our shared humanity,” the government body added. At the end of its statement, the Bangsamoro Government reiterated its support for its Christian brothers and sisters.“In this time of mourning, we stand in solidarity with our Christian brothers and sisters, and we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a society where peace and mutual respect are the cornerstones of our existence,” said the Bangsamoro Government.
The Vatican announced the death of Pope Francis on Tuesday, April 21, due to "stroke, followed by a coma and irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse." He was 88.RELATED GALLERY: FILIPINOS MOURN THE PASSING OF POPE FRANCIS.
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Bangsamoro gov't mourns the death of Pope Francis

Bangsamoro government on the death of Pope Francis: "We stand in solidarity with our Christian brothers and sisters..."