New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond reacts to death of pope
Erin Lowrey
NEW ORLEANS —
The archbishop of New Orleans has issued a statement following the death of Pope Francis.
Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff, died Monday. He was 88.
“At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church," Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, said in the announcement.
Archbishop Gregory Aymond issued the following statement regarding Francis' death:
"It is with great sadness that we share the news of Pope Francis’ death. While we are sad as we will miss him in this world, as an Easter people we believe in the Resurrection and believe that Pope Francis has gone home to our Father and now shares in the life of the risen Christ.
"Pope Francis was a true man of God who called and challenged all of us to witness our faith in all aspects of our daily life. His ministry stretched beyond the normal boundaries into the peripheries of those who have felt marginalized by our society.
"He said God’s name is mercy and witnessed for us how to live with love and mercy.
"He will always be remembered for his love, compassion, humility, and care for all of God’s creation.
"Eternal rest grant unto Pope Francis, O Lord,
"and let perpetual light shine upon him.
"May the souls of all the faithful departed,
"through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
"'~Amen~'"
Aymond will celebrate a Memorial Mass for Pope Francis at noon Wednesday at St. Louis Cathedral. All are invited to attend.
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