Pope Francis

 Pope Francis 1923 to 2025 RIP

We pray for the repose of the soul and give thanks for the life of Pope Francis who has died today Easter Monday, aged 88.  The Vatican News item.announced: 

"Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God." 

Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, from the Casa Santa Marta, Monday 21st April at 9.45am

Pope Francis

Over the past years Pope Francis' prayer intentions have been shared and quotes and reflections used on our Taize Advent and Lent reflections and his commitment to the Season of Creation and encyclical Laudate Si (Praise be to God) shaped our images and music used in Meditation during the month of September each year. 

There will be a Requiem Mass at Lancaster Cathedral at 7.00pm tonight.