People of different faiths around Manchester are mourning the passing of The Queen as the nation woke up to the first day without her on the throne in over 70 years.
Following the sad announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, John Arnold, Bishop of Salford issued a statement, saying: "We pray for the repose of the soul of Queen Elizabeth II. "We give thanks for her years of unquestioned service and dedication to our country.
She has been a permanent person of unity for our nation. An abiding presence, who stood above the daily politics, giving a sense of calm presence in the leadership of our nation, even in the most turbulent of times. Read more: The Queen remembered around the world as a "unifying force" as she dies aged 96 "We pray for the Royal Family as they grieve the loss of a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
May they take comfort in her Christian Faith as we commend her to God. We will remember in our prayers and in the celebration of Mass.
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