The bishop of the Diocese of Lisbon expressed his prayers for the victims of the recent accident in a statement, conveying his condolences to their families during this time of profound grief.
He wished the injured a swift recovery and assured them of prayers to find strength and hope.
The Patriarch of Lisbon also extended his gratitude and solidarity to those who promptly assisted the victims, including emergency teams, healthcare professionals, authorities, and volunteers, as shared by Rui Valério.
The Glória Funicular in Lisbon derailed on Wednesday at 6:04 PM on Calçada da Glória.
The National Institute of Emergency Medical Assistance (INEM) reported that the accident resulted in 15 fatalities and 18 injuries, with five in critical condition and 13 with minor injuries.
The government has declared a national day of mourning this Thursday.
The Glória Funicular, operated by Carris, connects Restauradores to the São Pedro de Alcântara Garden in Bairro Alto over a distance of approximately 265 meters and is a popular attraction for tourists.
