PM Sends Condolences On Passing Of Pope Francis

21 Apr 2025, 21:05 by New Zealand Government · SCOOP

Rt Hon Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today expressed the Government’s condolences to the Holy See and to Roman Catholics in New Zealand and around the world on the passing of Pope Francis.

“It is a time of great sorrow for all those who have admired Pope Francis’ compassion and humility,” Mr Luxon says.

“Pope Francis was the first Pope from the Southern Hemisphere. He will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to the vulnerable, to social justice, and to interfaith dialogue.

“My thoughts are with Roman Catholics and all those who mourn his death.”

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