Cardinal Brenes: A Message of Encouragement and Unity
During the morning Mass on December 31 at the Immaculate Conception of Mary Cathedral, Cardinal Leopoldo Brenes, the Archbishop of Managua, shared a message of encouragement and hope.
In his address, he expressed solidarity with families and communities grappling with the absence of their priests and facing various hardships.
Cardinal Brenes emphasized the need for collective prayer to seek solace from God and draw strength from ecclesial unity during challenging times.
As the Nicaraguan cardinal led the congregation, he urged everyone to invoke God’s grace for wisdom.
He prayed for the ability to bear witness to patience, which he believes can achieve everything.
Cardinal Brenes invoked the light of Jesus to guide individuals towards paths of concord and fraternity.
He concluded his message with a heartfelt plea, asking for the Lord’s consolation and mercy, especially with the presence of Mary, the mother, at the foot of the cross.
Pope Francis: Deep Concern and a Call to Prayer for Nicaragua
On New Year’s Day, Pope Francis, during the Angelus, expressed his profound concern for the situation unfolding in Nicaragua, where bishops and priests have been deprived of their freedom.
The Holy Father extended his closeness to the affected priests and their families, emphasizing the importance of seeking the path of dialogue to overcome difficulties.
Concluding his remarks, Pope Francis called for a collective prayer for Nicaragua, underscoring the urgency of the situation.
His words echoed the apostle Peter’s message, urging faith and hope to be placed in God.
The Pope’s deep concern highlighted the need for a peaceful resolution and dialogue in Nicaragua.
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