Bishop speaks of his revulsion over M9 crash ahead of vigil in Graiguecullen
‘My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this deeply tragic and avoidable loss,’ said Bishop Nulty
Ahead of tomorrow's Prayer Vigil which will be held in Saint Clare’s Church, Graiguecullen, Co Carlow, Bishop Denis Nulty spoke of his a revulsion over what happened on the M9 in Kildare on Sunday morning.
“I share the widespread revulsion, upset and anger at what happened on the M9 just outside Carlow last Sunday morning as we deal with the impact of that appalling collision that has left a family of three sisters and their nephew seriously ill in hospitals and claimed five young lives,” he said in a statement released this afternoon.
“My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this deeply tragic and avoidable loss. The road ahead will be very tough for Alma, Niamh, Ella and their nephew Yemi, as they continue to cope with their injuries. The days ahead will be difficult for parents, families and loved ones as they lay their boys to rest.
“This accident is a sharp reminder that all of us share an enormous responsibility when we sit behind a wheel at any time. We must never condone the irresponsibility of others nor glorify wild or undisciplined behaviour, as if it was fun or something to be shared on social media. All of us need to reflect on our behaviour and our serious responsibility to other road users. We must value and protect our own lives and the lives of others.”
He commended the Gardaí, the emergency services and the first responders who were called to the scene on the M9, and said they too are very much in his prayers.
He also commended the Prayer Vigil in Saint Clare’s Church, Graiguecullen, which will take place tomorrow, Friday, August 21 at 6.30pm, the GoFundMe online fundraiser, and the many ways in which our community is coming together in solidarity, compassion and support for the victims at this time.
“It is during times like this that the realisation around the fragility of life confronts us all. As people of faith we must always hold onto the gift of peace. May those recovering from their injuries, and the families grieving at this time, know they are not alone and that the Lord is with them to comfort and strengthen them as they pass through this valley of tears,” Bishop Nulty concluded.