Oscar Romero's beatification is a 'call to sanity and reflection' writes Pope Francis in message to ceremony

Pope Francis praised martyred archbishop Oscar Romero for his ministry, which he said was 'distinguished by his particular attention to the poor and marginalised'. This was expressed in a letter which was read out at Romero's beatification Mass last Saturday in San Salvador. Read the full letter below: Dear Brother: The beatification of Archbishop Óscar Arnulfo Romero Galdámez, who was Pastor of that dear Archdiocese is a cause for great joy for the Salvadoran people and for those who rejoice by the example of the best children of the Church. Archbishop Romero, who built peace with the strength of love, gave witness to the faith with his life, given to the extreme. The Lord never abandons his people in difficulties, and has always shown Himself solicitous with your need