Bishop Rhoades to hold special Mass for Pope Francis, issues statement on his death
- Pope Francis, age 88, died on Monday, April 21, 2025, as the Vatican stated.
- News of the Pope's passing shocked many, including Bishop Cozzens of Crookston.
- The late Pope, formerly Jorge Mario Bergolio, served as a Jesuit and was elected in 2013.
- Figures like Governor DeWine noted, "He spread the Gospel up until the very end of his life."
- Following a nine-day mourning period, cardinals will convene at the Vatican to elect the next pope.
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Mass for Pope Francis Wednesday
PORTLAND — Bishop James Ruggieri will celebrate a Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis on Wednesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress St. in Portland. A special webpage has been set up to honor our Holy Father and includes information on Masses and prayer opportunities across the diocese.
Lafayette Mass planned for Pope Francis
The Diocese of Lafayette plans a Mass to remember Pope Francis. The Pope died on Monday at the age of 88. Bishop Douglas Deshotel will offer Holy Mass on Sunday, April 27, at 5 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Lafayette. All are invited to attend. "Divine Mercy Sunday honors God's unwavering love and forgiveness, while calling on the faithful to trust in His boundless mercy and urges us to extend compassion and mercy …
Allentown Diocese schedules liturgies to celebrate the life of Pope Francis
The Allentown Diocese will hold two solemn liturgies later this week for Pope Francis, who died Monday. Bishop Alfred A. Schlert will celebrate a Mass at 12:15 p.m. Friday, then lead Pontifical Vespers at 6:30 p.m., both at the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Siena in Allentown. The public is invited to attend both liturgies. They also will be livestreamed on the Diocese’s website, AD Today, and on its YouTube and Facebook channels. The Mass can b…
Catholic Diocese of Charlotte issues statement on death of Pope Francis - The Stanly News & Press
The impact of the life and pontificate of Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88, had a transformative effect on Catholics around the world and here at home. Pope Francis appointed Bishop Michael Martin in 2024 and has influenced the ministry of many leaders across the Diocese of Charlotte, according to a statement released Monday morning from the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte. Bishop Martin has called for the diocese’s 93 churches acr…
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