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Statement by the Dean of Belfast and Bishop of Connor on explosion in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter

The Very Revd John Mann, Dean of Belfast and The Rt Revd Alan Abernethy, Bishop of Connor, made the following statement last night (Friday 13 December 2013):
 
‘Following this evening’s explosion in the Cathedral Quarter, we are profoundly saddened at the attempt to disrupt and endanger the people of Belfast at this time.

‘We will continue to celebrate the birth of the Prince of Peace and to continue to ask people to pray, be vigilant and to work together for peace.’
 

For further information please contact:

Church of Ireland Press Office 
Church of Ireland House 
61–67 Donegall Street 
Belfast, BT1 2QH 

Tel: (028) 9082 8880 (from NI)
Tel: (048) 9082 8880 (from RoI)
Fax (028) 9032 3554 
Email: Press Office 

Paul Harron

+44 (0)7787 881582

Peter Cheney

+44 (0)7774295369

Janet Maxwell

+353 (0)87 948 4412

 

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