Catholics in India Pray for Plane-Crash Victims While Families Await Loved Ones’ Remains
All but one of the 242 souls aboard the Boeing Dreamliner 787 perished in the crash, and more than three dozen were killed on the ground.
All but one of the 242 souls aboard the Boeing Dreamliner 787 perished in the crash, and more than three dozen were killed on the ground.
Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson Pérez called for all to ‘unite in prayer’ after a private medical jet carrying a pediatric patient, her mother, and four crew members crashed Friday night in northeast Philadelphia.
Joining the Pope, Catholic clergy around the country offered prayers for the deceased and condolences for victims’ loved ones, as well as suggested ways the faithful can help those who have experienced such a tragedy.
The Pope sent a personal message to President Donald Trump on Jan. 30 as search efforts continued in and around the Potomac River where the aircraft crashed.
Benedict XVI ‘prays for the innocent victims and expresses condolences and closeness to the families.’ Francis said: ‘I am near to the families of the victims and the wounded. I invite you to join in my prayer, in order that the Lord may inspire all good and fraternal resolutions.’
Some people have difficulty praying in times of trouble. But for Jennifer Hubbard, prayer got her through one of the worst times of her life.
The tragedy hits close to home for Bishop Stika, who noted in his statement that he has two brothers who have served in the U.S. Marine Corps. “I recognize and appreciate the selfless service all members of the military give to protect us,” he said.
Archbishop Chaput led his archdiocese in mourning this week after Amtrak crash.
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