Southern Californians remember Pope Francis at Memorial Mass in downtown L.A.
- Los Angeles Archbishop José Gomez celebrated a Memorial Mass for Pope Francis on Friday, April 25, at the downtown cathedral.
- The liturgy honored the late pontiff's life and ministry before his funeral scheduled for Saturday in Rome.
- The service drew bishops, clergy, officials, interfaith leaders, and parishioners giving a final farewell.
- The cathedral was nearly full, and over 1,200 people watched online, while Gomez said, "We are responsible for one another."
- Local Catholic churches will offer prayers for the pope, and his funeral begins nine days of mourning.
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'Like time stopped': memorial mass in Montreal pays tribute to Pope Francis
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