Bishops on Brussels bombings

Belgian bishops:

The bishops of Belgium are appalled to learn of the attack at Zaventem airport and in the center of Brussels. They share the anguish of thousands of travelers and their families, aviation professionals and the first responders who are once again called to service. They entrust the victims to the prayers of all in this new dramatic situation. Airport chaplains are every day at the service of all and provide the necessary spiritual support. May the whole country live these days with a great sense of civic responsibility.

 Cardinal Péter Erdö, Archbishop of Esztergom-Budapest, President of Council of European Bishops' Conferences (CCEE)

Having heard this morning the news about the attacks carried out at Brussels Airport and on the Belgian city’s underground, in the face of this callous act, I assure the victims of my prayers and express my closeness to their families.At this time of anguish, I call on people not to allow themselves to be overcome by fear and to pray for peace in Europe, in the Middle East and throughout the world.

 Cardinal Reinhard Marx, President of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Community (COMECE):

The attacks at Brussels Airport and on the Metro in the city have upset me deeply and filled me with sadness. My thoughts and prayers go out at this moment to the dead, the injured and their dear ones. This is Holy Week and it is a time we pray with particularly intensity for victims of violence and for those close to them.Today’s events have touched me profoundly. My European commitments bring me frequently to Brussels and I feel particularly close to the staff of the COMECE Secretariat, based in Brussels, in this current situation. 

Cardinal Vincent Nichols (in a Tweet):

God, help all those who suffer in #Brussels today. God strengthen all who help. God, convert the heart of evil doers.