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Local religious leaders react to Pope Francis’ death
- Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff and first Latin American pope, died today, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 in Rome.
- His death followed a prolonged illness involving chronic lung disease and a 38-day hospital stay for double pneumonia that ended with a public appearance on Easter Sunday.
- Local religious leaders honored his 12-year papacy since 2013, highlighting his service to the poor, peace advocacy, environmental concern, and efforts to unite faith communities.
- Bishop Richard Moth said Pope Francis called for mercy, simplicity, dignity, and care for creation, while others described him as a role model and voice for the marginalized.
- The Pope’s death has led to wide mourning and reflection, with expectations for thoughtful consideration in selecting his successor to continue his vision of unity and service.
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CONTRIBUTOR'S VIEW - Lynn Gendusa: The Final Score - LaGrange Daily News
Pope Francis died the morning after Easter. Does anyone else see how prophetic the timing was? How perfect for the man who believed he was merely a pastor, a servant, a defender of the poor and marginalized among us. Although I am not Catholic, I greatly appreciate the faithful and courageous spiritual leaders among us. Pope Francis, like Jesus, chose simplicity over ornateness and championed the cause of the forgotten and downtrodden. Hi…
Local rabbi offers kind words following passing of Pope Francis
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) - Tributes continue to pour in, praising the life and work of the late Pope Francis. Rabbi Joshua Lief of Wheeling's Temple Shalom says the pope was a leader who always tried to engage with others, connecting across faith lines. The rabbi said that is crucial, in a world that is all too divided and insular. He said it's vital to build bridges throughout the world of faith. "I think it's important to behave collegially as …
Cd. of Mexico.- The Board of Directors of the Chamber of Deputies issued a statement on the death of Pope Francis, whom he considered to be a great religious and social leader. In the pronouncement, signed by all the benches and read by the President of the Board of Directors, Sergio Gutiérrez Luna, the Chamber of Deputies expresses its condolences to the Vatican City on the death of its Head of State and to the Catholic community for the loss o…
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