AFRICA/LIBYA - “We no longer hear bomb explosions, the situation would seem calmer” says Bishop Martinelli

Tripoli (Agenzia Fides) - “The situation, to a certain extent, is under control, there is more serenity and calm than just a few days ago, and we no longer hear the explosion of bombs. Let us hope that with the grace of God the situation may remain as it is. ” Fides was told by Bishop Giovanni Innocenzo Martinelli, Vicar Apostolic of Tripoli. The Libyan capital fell to so-called Dawn of Libya Islamist militants after days fighting against an adversary coalition. Bishop Martinelli adds: “So far, as a Christian community, we have had no trouble. Our people, although few in numbers, come to church, we are still able to experience the joy of coming together. Next Friday we will celebrate the feast of Saint Teresa of Calcutta and we expect the faithful in large numbers”. “Please continue to pray for Libya, that we may find peace once again” Bishop Martinelli concludes. (L.M.) (Agenzia Fides 1/9/2014)