Papal appeal for peace in Gabon
September 12, 2016
Following his September 11 Angelus address, Pope Francis called for peace in Gabon, which is suffering from post-election violence.
“I entrust to the Lord the victims of the clashes and their families,” he said to the crowds in St. Peter’s Square. “I join the bishops of that dear African country to invite the parties to reject all violence and to always aim for the common good. I encourage everyone, particularly Catholics, to be builders of peace within the law, in dialogue and fraternity.”
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Further information:
- Le parole del Papa alla recita dell’Angelus, 11.09.2016 (Holy See Press Office)
- Angelus: Pope Francis prays for peace in Gabon (Vatican Radio)
- Gabon Opposition Leader Challenges Poll Results (Voice of America)
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