A Statement on the Passing of His Holiness Pope Francis
I am saddened to hear of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a shepherd of profound humility and unwavering moral clarity. In a time marked by division and uncertainty, he reminded the world—within and beyond the Church—that to follow the true teachings of Christ is to walk a path of compassion, care, and radical love.
His Holiness championed the dignity of the poor, the outcast, the refugee, and the marginalized. He did not merely preach mercy; he lived it. For many across the globe, his example rekindled a faith not just in God, but in the possibility of a more just and gentle world.
As we mourn his passing, we give thanks for his witness—and pray that his legacy of empathy and inclusion continues to inspire generations to come.
May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
