Pope Francis RIP

26th April 2025
Our Lady of Lourdes
6pm

STATEMENT FROM THE VATICAN:

“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 favour 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.”

The Cardinal has asked that each parish in the Diocese, celebrate a Requiem Mass for Pope Francis. Our Requiem, for Pope Francis, will take place next Saturday evening, the day of his funeral, April 26^th at 6.00pm.