Prime Minister Pays Tribute To The Former Late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
“The thoughts and prayers of all the people of Fiji are with you and the Holy See during this difficult time as we remember his profound ministry and legacy,” Mr Rabuka said.
Tuesday 03 January 2023 | 16:30
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has joined the chorus from world leaders in paying tribute to the former Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who passed away on December 31, 2022.
He was 95 years old. He became pope in 2005, the first German to hold the top post in the Roman Catholic Church in 500 years.
Pope Benedict XVI resigned from his position in 2013 due to illness.
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His successor is Pope Francis. In a condolence letter to His Holiness Pope Francis, Mr Rabuka said: “It was with profound sadness that he conveyed his deepest sympathies."
The former Pope Benedict XVI regularly met with Pope Francis.
“The thoughts and prayers of all the people of Fiji are with you and the Holy See during this difficult time as we remember his profound ministry and legacy,” Mr Rabuka said.
“May his soul rest in peace and his life be an inspiration to all of us.”
Pope Benedict XVI’s funeral will be held on Thursday at St Peter’s Square in the Vatican City.
Story by: jone.salusalu@fijisun.com.fj
