I pray for the blessing of all those who work responsibly and fully for the security and prosperity of the people. Pope Francis sent a congratulatory message to President Armen Sarkissian

His Holiness Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, sent a congratulatory message to President Armen Sarkissian on Armenia's Independence Day. The message says:

"On the 30th anniversary of your country's independence, September 21, I send you my happy and warm congratulations, also my wishes for prosperity and peace to the Armenian people.

I pray to Almighty God to bless the efforts of all those who work responsibly and fully for the security and prosperity of the people. May the divine blessing be with the people of Armenia and with you.”