PennsylvaniaThe leaders of Ireland of the North and the Republic of Ireland have joined the effusion of tributes to Pope Francis.
The Prime Minister of Northern Ireland, Michelle O’Neill, said that Catholics “worldwide, even here in Ireland, will feel their loss deeply.”
Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Micháel Martin said that the death of Pope Francis comes with “deep sadness.”
He died at the age of 88 at his residence in the Santa Marta house of the Vatican just one day after he appeared in the Plaza de San Pedro to wish “happy Easter” to thousands of workers.
What have the Irish leaders and northern Ireland said about Pope Francis?
O’Neill recalled the visit of Pope Francis to Ireland in 2018, where “he spoke passionately in support of the peace process.”
“He also marked the 25th anniversary of the agreement of Good Friday, giving thanks for the peace he delivered in Ireland,” he added.
She said that “she showed compassion for LGBT problems and condemned the right -wing extremists, and that she was ahead of many world leaders when speaking against the Israeli war in Gaza.”
“His efforts to communicate and recognize that they fit errors should also be recognized.”
The leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), Gavin Robinson, said that, although many in the trade union community have different theological views, it was important
“At this time, we recognize their sadness and sacrifice our sincere condolences,” he added.
Getty imagesMicháel Martin said that Pope Francis “” The long and distinguished papacy was marked by his unwavering commitment to the principles of compassion, peace and human dignity. “
“Hello, he spoke for the poor, the marginalized and the oppressed.
“His solidarity with refugees, his calls to climate action and his insistence on global peace and equality differentiated him as a justice champion in the modern world.”
He added that the Pope occupies a “special place in the hearts of the Irish.”
“Duration of your visit to Ireland in August 2018 for the World Meeting of Families, she was welcome with warmth and enthusiasm that spoke a lot about respect and affection in which she was a hero for the Irish.”
Martin also referred to Pope Francis “” Expression of pain and shame about the historical abuse of children in the Catholic Church and their outrage due to the failure of the Church authorities to adequately address these terrible crimes. “
“Pope Francis Legacy is his message of peace, reconciliation and solidarity that lives in the hearts he inspired,” he added.
The president of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, described the “voice” of Pope Francis constituted a constant invocation of a shared humanity “on the” vital issues of our time. “
“There was a warmth to Pope Francis and an abolition of any distance between him and those with whom he was committed,” he added.
Tánaiste de Ireland (VicePrimer Minister) Simon Harris said that the commitment of “Pope Francis” to justice, peace and human dignity touched millions. ”
“Through their defense for the poor, their calls to the interreligious dialogue and their focus on environmental problems, it was a lighthouse of hope and a voice for the voiceless.
“He urged us to take care of the earth as a moral, integral responsibility of the Christian faith.”
He said that the influence of Pope Francis “transcended the Vatican, offering times of the uncertainty duration of moral leadership.”
“His teachings about poverty, migration and refugees remain relevant to face inequality and global division,” he added.
What did other leaders say about Pope Francis?
The leader of the Alliance Party, Naomi Long, said it was a sad day not only for Catholics but for “all who wish to be in a shared and pluralistic society.”
“Despite religious differences worldwide, Pope Francis has horcated on barriers in the favorite of social justice.
“The world has lost a defender of peace, freedom and democracy with his death,” he added.
The parliamentarian of the Social Democratic and Labor Party (SDLP), Eastwood column, said Pope Francis transcended the denomination.
“That came from their characteristic love to people, their fashion lifestyle and their commitment to lift the most vulnerable.
“The loss of his leadership will feel with enthusiasm throughout the world.
“Pope Francis had a particularly strong affinity for Ireland and his visit in 2018 was a remarkable time for our island.
“The boy also moved us deeply, the reflective messages that extended Derry after the death of John Hume,” he added.
