The National Christian Council of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) and its constituencies condemned the bomb attacks which were carried out on Easter morning.
The attack; targeting both Catholic devotees commemorating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, as well as guests at hotels; has claimed around 260 lives while injuring over 400 others.
The NCCSL expressed its deep sorrow and offered its condolences and prayers to the families of the bereaved, while praying for the speedy recovery of the injured."Life, we believe, is God-oriented; and any attempt to destroy one's right to live, by any person or group; deserves condemnation as it is a barbarous act," the NCCSL said.
"In the midst of the destruction, we commend the decisive action taken by the state in maintaining law and order and preventing further damage and suffering, as well as for the committed services of the health sector in the care and treatment of the injured," they added.
"Finally, in the ensuing time of confusion and disaster—and as we stand in solidarity with the afflicted—we also call upon the nation to be calm to act with restraint, while offering all support and assistance towards the investigations that are being carried out with necessary action thereto," they said.
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