Pope Benedict XVI blesses the National Eucharistic Congress
 
The Most Reverend John Hung Shan-chuan
Archbishop of Taipei
President Chinese Regional Bishops' Conference
   
The Holy Father was pleased to receive your message on behalf of the Church in Taiwan as you gather for the National Eucharistic Congress in conjunction with the Fiftieth International Eucharistic Congress in Dublin. He assures you of his prayers as you reflect on the gift of the Holy Eucharist and worship his real presence among us. Entrusting your gathering to the intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church, His Holiness willingly imparts his Apostolic Blessing as a pledge of joy and peace in our Lord.
   

Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone
Secretary of State

Vatican, 9th November, 2011