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Ilia II: We are grateful to Pope Francis – A man of many talents

by Georgia Today
April 23, 2025
in Highlights, Politics
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Ilia II: We are grateful to Pope Francis – A man of many talents

The Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia, Ilia II, has released a letter of condolence regarding the death of the Pope of Rome.

“To His Most Reverend Eminence, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals, With great sorrow, we have learned of the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis.

“Please accept our heartfelt condolences, and kindly convey our grief and sympathy to the hierarchy of your Church, the clergy, and the faithful – to all those for whom his memory is dear.

“We would also like to note our deep gratitude to Pope Francis. Since 2014, Georgian liturgical services have been held in a church in Rome that was granted for our use through his decision.

“Following his official visit to Georgia, as a sign of his profound respect toward our country and Church, he invited the choir of Tbilisi’s Holy Trinity Cathedral to perform in the Sistine Chapel. Through this, he introduced the world to the unique Georgian culture – polyphonic chanting and traditional folk songs.

“It is universally acknowledged that His Holiness Pope Francis was a person endowed with many talents, distinguished by his humility, his strong support for social projects, and his active advocacy for global peace.

“We express our deep respect for him and pray for the repose of his immortal soul,” – reads the letter from the Patriarch.

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta.

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