Letter: Remembering Pope Francis

Remembering Francis: 'One of the most consequential leaders of our time'

Catholics around the world expressed their sadness and non-Catholics sent their condolences upon hearing the news of Pope Francis' death at age 88 on Easter Monday.

During the 12 years of pontificate of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, spiritual guide of just over 1.4 billion Catholics, there is no doubt that he broke schemes that make him a different pope. Hence his death has generated a general mourning that transcends the borders of Catholicism.

Letter: Remembering Pope Francis

In the midst of our grief, we are uplifted by our faith in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which we celebrate in a special way during this Easter season.

Millions mourn as Vatican prepares for transition

What happened Catholics worldwide mourned the death this week of Pope Francis, the first Jesuit to lead the Catholic Church and a strong voice for the marginalized and the dispossessed. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, he was also the first non-European pope in over a millennium, and he broke from the conservatism of his predecessors to introduce reforms such as allowing priests to bless same-sex unions, restricting the use of the Lat…

Remembering Pope Francis - Catholic Digest

Catholic Digest offers a retrospective of articles and quotes regarding Pope Francis. Click on the links below.    Articles Wim Wenders: Pope Francis is ‘fearless and driven by an incredible courage’ Pope Francis, address to U.S. Congress, Sept. 24, 2015-All political activity Pope Francis and my adopted daughter Pope Francis praises beatified Okla. priest […] The post Remembering Pope Francis appeared first on Catholic Digest.

Remembering Pope Francis: A leader in advocacy for the most marginalized

Among the tributes to Pope Francis, Vatican News spoke to Monsignor Robert Vitillo, who celebrates Pope Francis' leadership in advocating and building relationships in favor of the worlds poorest and marginalized by helping others see that every single human person is a child of God meriting utmost care and respect. Read all