Las Vegas residents mourn death of Pope Francis

Las Vegas Catholics Reflect on Pope Francis’ Legacy and Local Impact - Nevada Globe

The passing of Pope Francis has stirred heartfelt reflections across Southern Nevada, particularly among the Catholic community in Las Vegas. Known for his progressive approach and emphasis on inclusivity, Pope Francis made a significant impact on the region by elevating the Diocese of Las Vegas to an archdiocese in 2023, acknowledging the area’s growing Catholic population and the collaborative efforts between clergy and laity. At the Guardian …

Las Vegas residents mourn death of Pope Francis

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - It was a day of mourning for Catholics in the Las Vegas valley and around the world. Parishioners gathered at local churches to celebrate, honor, and remember the life and legacy of the Holy Father.  Pope Francis passed away early Monday morning at the age of 88. It was determined that he had died following a stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure, according to a statement from the Vatican. "I kn…

Nsukka residents mourn Pope Francis

Some residents of Nsukka in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State have expressed shock and surprise on the death of Pope Francis, which happened on Monday April 21 at Vatican City.. Residents in separate interview with our correspondent in Nsukka on Tuesday said they thought after staying 38 days recently in hospital and discharged the Pope had fully recovered from the illness. Rev. Fr. Simeon Ugwueze, Dean of Nsukka Catholic Deanery i, sa…

Conshohocken Catholics mourn death of Pope Francis - MoreThanTheCurve

Saint Matthew Parish in Conshohocken opened its doors to its parishioners on Monday, April 21st, following Pope Francis’s death. Throughout the day, mourners were invited to pray and reflect on the pontiff’s passing. The community than said a Rosary together at 7:00 p.m. Father Joseph Devlin, the pastor of the parish, offered the following statement: The death of Pope Francis is a great loss; he was a man of deep faith and a zealous pastor on f…

River Region Catholics Mourn Death of Pope Francis

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) — The Catholic community in the River Region is mourning the death of Pope Francis, just days after the joyful Easter celebrations. The Archdiocese of Mobile, which includes Montgomery, is home to about 75,000 Catholics. For many, the news of the pope’s death has brought sadness and reflection on his life and legacy. At Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School, students are greeted each day by a photo of Pope Francis at the…