After recent comments by Pope Francis that he was considering a visit to Sri Lanka, Mahinda Rajapakse has officially extended an invitation for the Pope to visit the island and see the government’s commitment to “ensuring equity, harmony and sustainable economic, social and cultural development”.
Rajapakse also said
“The Roman Catholic Church in Sri Lanka has played a pivotal role over the years in improving the lives of the citizenry, particularly in the fields of education, healthcare and social service,”
“The Church’s services for acceleration of post-conflict reconstruction, reconciliation and restoration of livelihoods of affected communities are well recognized.”
Meanwhile:
Discrimination against non-Buddhist religions in Sri Lanka
Attacks on Christians on increase in SL
Monks attack pastor and vandalise church
Church and mosque vandalised and burnt
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