Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Our hearts are filled with great gratitude and joy as we conclude this historic day here in Tallinn, where we have witnessed the beatification of Archbishop Eduard Profittlich.

Today we have honored a faithful shepherd whose life was marked by unwavering faith, caring love, and heroic self-sacrifice. His ministry and witness remain for us a lasting example and a call to follow Christ with courage and fidelity. Today we have also remembered, and held in our hearts and in our prayers, so many people of Estonia whose lives were taken during a tragic time, often far away from their homeland.

We sincerely thank all who have come here today – cardinals, bishops, clergy, representatives of the state, church leaders, relatives of Profittlich, and all who have filled this square with prayer and song. Your presence and fellowship have given this day a special radiance and strength.

Let us pray that the new Blessed Eduard Profittlich may intercede for us before God, protect and encourage the Church and people of Estonia, and that this day may be a source of renewed faith and love for us all.

Go in peace and joy, carrying this witness into your homes. May the Lord always be at your side.

Thank you, and may God bless you all!