Karnataka political, religious leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis
Bengaluru, April 21 -- Political and religious leaders in Karnataka joined global voices in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, reflecting a universal recognition of his legacy as a beacon of compassion and justice, and as a voice for the voiceless in an increasingly fractured world.
In a statement, Archbishop of Bengaluru Peter Machado described Pope Francis as a "towering personality" and "a man of reconciliation."
He said, "His words and actions consistently reflected the values of the Church, especially its deep concern for the poor and the suffering, including migrants. These are the people who will miss him the most - his comforting presence and powerful message. We are saddened by his passing, but we believe he has fulfilled his d...
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