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> Press Release from the Church of Ireland

Posted On : March 9, 2009 10:30 AM | Posted By : Webmaster
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> Attacks at Massereene Barracks, Co. Antrim

> Statement by the Archbishop of Armagh

From the Most Revd Alan Harper, OBE, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of
All Ireland:

The lethal attack on Massereene Barracks leaving two people dead and
four injured is deeply distressing and deplorable. I send my heartfelt
sympathy to those who have been bereaved or injured.

It has been clear for some time that there are forces of evil intent on
destabilising our community and returning to days of confrontation such
as we knew in the past but have been steadily working to move beyond.
Across our community, efforts must be redoubled to create a respectful
and inclusive society that ensures that there is no place in our midst
for agents of terror. We remember those affected by this incident as we
continue to pray for a sustained peace.

> ENDS

> Issued by:
> Church of Ireland
> Church of Ireland House
> 61-67 Donegall Street
> Belfast BT1 2QH
> Tel: (028) 9023 2909
> Fax (028) 9032 3554

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