The Vatican has officially recognized 167 individuals killed in the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka as 'witnesses of faith,' acknowledging their deaths as due to violent opposition to their beliefs. This was announced during a vigil at St. Anthony's Church and marks a new category established by Pope Francis for individuals murdered while practicing their Catholic faith. The vigil was attended by representatives from various religious communities, highlighting unity in the face of tragic loss. The designation aligns the victims with recognized martyrs, positing them as potential candidates for beatification.
The Vatican has recognized 167 members of the Catholic Church killed in the 2019 Easter suicide bombings as witnesses of faith, acknowledging their deaths due to religious opposition.
Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith announced that the Vatican has added the names of the 167 victims to its official register, regarding them as martyrs who died for their faith.
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