Patriarch Kirill prays for those killed and wounded in the avalanche in Kabardino-Balkariatranslated

His Holiness Patriarch Kirill expressed condolences in connection with the avalanche in the Bezengi gorge of Kabardino-Balkaria, which resulted in deaths and injuries.

“It was with heartache that I learned about the tragedy in the Bezengi Gorge in Kabardino-Balkaria, where an avalanche occurred. I am convinced that the authorities of the Republic will provide the necessary assistance to the families of those killed and injured as a result of this natural disaster,” the Primate said in his condolences to the head of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic Kazbek Kokov, the relatives and friends of the dead and injured.

The Primate of the Church said that he had instructed the clergy of the Pyatigorsk diocese to support everyone who needs care and participation.

“I pray for the repose of the dead, for the speedy recovery of the wounded and for the sending of God’s help to the rescuers who are working to eliminate the consequences of the onslaught of the elements,” added His Holiness.

In turn, in his condolences to Archbishop Theophylact of Pyatigorsk and Circassia, Patriarch Kirill called on the clergy of the Pyatigorsk diocese to “provide pastoral support and humanitarian assistance to everyone affected by grief.”

“May the merciful Lord rest the souls of His newly departed servants in the villages of the righteous, and send them consolation...