The Pope closely follows the situation in Venezuela

Monsignor Alberto Ortega, apostolic nuncio in Venezuela, stated on Wednesday that Pope Francis is closely following the political situation of the countryespecially after the presidential elections of July 28.

In statements to the media after a mass at the Valencia Forum for the 114th anniversary of the canonical coronation of the Virgin of Socorro, Ortega assured that The Catholic Church has discreetly and respectfully expressed its concern regarding the situation of political prisoners in the country.

“This issue has always been made present with great discretion, with great respect, but it is an issue that has been made present and I believe that the authorities also know and take into account that interest, I would say particular and special, not only of the Church, but also of the Church for these people, without a doubt,” he expressed in the statements reviewed by The Patilla.

Apostolic Nuncio asks the Church to accompany Venezuelans

The apostolic nuncio in Venezuela He called on the Church to be a source of hope for all Venezuelans and to remain close to those most in need.

“Always be architects of peace and reconciliation throughout the world, setting an example of the search for the common good. “We are all called to contribute to the good of society, but we as Christians have an even more intense motivation, knowing that the good we do is also done to the Lord and that we do it out of vocation,” he added.

The Archbishop of Valencia, Monsignor Jesús González de Zárate, also pointed out that the date is an opportunity to renew faith and hope.

“The message of the Virgin is a message of union, of reconciliation, of encounter,” he said.