During the war this same church never ceased to pray day and night for a lasting peace. Thanks to the sacrifice of this lamb many millions who would otherwise have fallen victim to the ravages of war have been saved. In the very depth of our grief we reverently saw here something beautiful, something pure, something sublime. Eight thousand people, together with their priests, burning with pure smoke, entered into eternal life. All without exception were good people whom we deeply mourn.
Japan is conquered.
Urakami is totally destroyed. A waste of ash and rubble lies before our eyes. We have no houses, no food, no clothes. Our fields are devastated. Only a remnant has survived.