Writer remembers the life of Pope Francis

Writer remembers the life of Pope Francis

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Sierra Club Statement on Passing of Pope Francis

Today, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis has died at the age of 88. Francis, who led the Catholic Church for 12 years, was an outspoken advocate for addressing climate change. His 2015 encyclical, entitled “Laudato Si’,” called on world leaders to address our planet’s worsening environment with the urgency it deserves and requires, including the replacement of fossil fuels “without delay.” He addressed oil and gas executives at the Vatican…

Rep. Erin Houchin mourns passing of Pope Francis, praises his leadership and teachings

Representative Erin Houchin (R-IN) reflects on the passing of Pope Francis, who died from a cerebral stroke on Monday at the age of 88. “I think Cardinal Dolan said it best, you could not have choreographed a better exit,” she says, referring to the Pope passing the Monday after Easter.

Versailles school remembers the life and teachings of Pope Francis

The bells at St. Leo Church rang at 7:35 a.m. in Versailles to remember Pope Francis, who died at 7:35 a.m. local time in Rome.What he gave me is the awareness of what it means to truly be a disciple of Jesus, said Father Chris Clay, the pastor at St. Leo.This Easter Monday includes time of reflection on the life and teachings of Pope Francis, and what he meant to the church.I think Pope Francis really embraced that Franciscan view of the world …

American Jewish Committee Statement on Passing of Pope Francis

American Jewish Committee Statement on Passing of Pope Francis American Jewish Committee (AJC) mourns the passing of Pope Francis. The pontiff, who was elected to serve in 2013, died today at the age of 88.

In thanksgiving for the life of Pope Francis - Georgia Bulletin

"We have lost our spiritual father. While there is sadness in my heart, there is also a deep sense of gratitude for his ministry and his witness," ...