Mourning Pope Francis
Our Joyous Easter Monday turned bittersweet as we woke to learn of the passing of Pope Francis. Because of Easter, we believe our humble, gentle and pastoral leader has been called to an eternal reward more glorious than we can comprehend, but his absence here on Earth leaves us grieving.
As we look around, Catholic and secular media are extolling the blessings he brought to the papacy: his emphasis on Catholic Social Teaching, on peacemaking and peacekeeping, on welcoming the stranger, on caring for the Earth, on embracing voluntary poverty, on synodality, and on prayer. These are indeed the hallmarks of his time in the Chair of St. Peter.
The members of Pax Christi Massachusetts will miss his joy and his encouragement in our work. May the memory of his teaching guide us forward.