Wednesday, 25 August 2010

His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI has sent his congratulations to the Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife on the recent birth of their baby, with the Vatican releasing the following statement:

The Holy Father is pleased to learn of the birth of the daughter of the Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife Samantha, and sends his congratulations.

The newest member of the prime minister's family was given the name Florence Rose Endellion. Endellion is a traditional Cornish name that derives from Saint Endelienta, who was born circa 470 and is said to be one of the daughters of Saint Brychan, King of Brycheiniogking. Endelienta evangelized North Cornwall, and is said to have led a very austere life.

Sources: Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales and Zent.org