Diocesan News05 Oct 10

Church of Ireland Diocese of Derry & Raphoe condemns Bombing

Bishop Ken Good has condemned last night's car bombing in Londonderry. He said "This destructive act offers nothing hopeful or constructive to the citizens of our community. Ordinary people are left to deal with the consequences of an act by those who represent no-one and who offer no hope to themselves or their fellow citizens". He continued, "We stand all the more united in our commitment that peace rather than violence shall determine our future."

Rev Robert Miller is a local Rector in the area in which the bomb exploded; He said, "Having grown up in this city I am too aware of the consequences of bombing and violence. My hope is for a different future for the people of this community. This morning we are grateful that there has been no loss of life". He continued, "In a time of recession when everyone is working hard for the future of our city our thoughts are with those who have had their livelihoods damaged. Their efforts to build something constructive contrasts with this destructive act".