"Your Eminence,
Dear Cardinal Murphy-O’Connor!

Deeply shocked and saddened by the news of the outrageous terrorist attacks in London we offer our sincere condolences to the innocent victims of this unfathomable and inhuman act of violence. The German bishops and all the faithful assure you and all the people in your country of our heartfelt sympathy and total solidarity. May the Lord give you and the families of the victims and injured strength during this difficult time.

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Yours sincerely in Christ
Karl Cardinal Lehmann"