WelCom April 2023
England’s Cardinal Vincent Nichols has pledged the Church’s ‘support and prayers’ to King Charles III ahead of his 6 May coronation, as the new monarch praised the work of faith communities in national life. Cardinal Nichols said British Catholics remembered the ‘remarkable and unique role’ played by Queen Elizabeth II and would give ‘support and prayers’ to Charles III, while also appreciating his ‘steadfast opposition to religious persecution.’ The Cardinal praised King Charles’ commitment to religious faith, protection of the environment and relief of poverty.