The heads of the three powers spoke on Monday (21) about the death of Pope Francis, which occurred on Monday morning (21) at the Vatican in Rome. Born in Argentina, Jorge Mario Bergoglio died at 7:35 am (local time) at 88.
Through social networks, Senate President David Alcolumbre (Union-AP) said he received the news of the death with great sadness.
“It is with deep sadness that I receive the news of the death of his holiness, Pope Francis. The National Congress of Brazil is solidarious to the Catholic community around the world, the Holy See and all those who had their lives played by the Papacy of Francis,” he said.
The president of the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta (Republicans-PB), said that Pope Francis will be in history for his trajectory of favoring dialogue and inclusion.
“It was the Pope who opened the church and placed it in the 21st century. A leader who will be in history by the strength of his gestures. My family and I will follow in prayer for this leader who was a symbol of hope and justice,” he said.
The president of the Supreme Federal Court (STF), Minister Luís Roberto Barroso, said that the Pope will be recognized for his virtues of compassion, tolerance, love and PAZ.
“Pope Francis embodied these virtues as few leaders today. And to them added charisma and empathy. Understanding instead of dogmas. At a time when there is a lot of darkness, it was a light illuminating humanity. History will recognize him as one of the greatest,” Barroso said.
Lula
Early President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva decreed seven -day official mourning in honor of Pope Francis. By note, the president highlighted the legacy of the Argentine pontiff and deeply regretted the loss of a “voice of respect and welcome to others.”
“As taught in the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, the Pope sought tirelessly to bring love where hatred existed. The union, where there was discord,” Lula added.
The minister of the Secretariat of Institutional Relations, Gleisi Hoffmann, also commented and said she says goodbye to the Pope “with a tight heart.”
“[O papa] He led the church with courage, humility and love for those who suffer the most. His faith walked along with justice, rescuing hope around the world. Your teachings and positions will remain among us. Follow in peace Francisco, “he said.
