Brooklyn Bishop’s Statement on the Death of Pope Francis

Bishop Robert Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, has released the following statement after the passing of Pope Francis:

 “On this Easter Monday, as Catholics throughout the world rejoice in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we now mourn the passing of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. Throughout his historic papacy, Pope Francis served as the leader of the Catholic Church with great humility.

The first pope from South America and the first Jesuit pope, Pope Francis will always be remembered for his profound respect for the dignity of all people. Throughout his papacy that spanned 12 years, Pope Francis was committed to efforts to improve the environment, promote unity among people of faith, and make better the lives of the poor and oppressed.

As Pope Francis announced this Jubilee Year of the Church, we are called to be “Pilgrims of Hope.” Today, Pope Francis’ earthly pilgrimage has ended, but his Heavenly journey has just begun. May God be good to him and reward him for the compassion he exhibited to His people.”

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Bishop Robert Brennan will celebrate Mass in honor of Pope Francis at Noon at the Cathedral Basilica of St. James, located at 250 Cathedral Place (corner of Jay Street and Cathedral Place) in Downtown Brooklyn. 

The Mass will be broadcast live on NET TV and live streamed on the channel’s website at netny.tv. NET TV is available on channel 97 (Spectrum), channel 30 (Optimum), and channel 548 (Verizon Fios). The Mass will also be put on The Switch as a pool feed from DeSales1.

Before Mass, Bishop Brennan will have a Press Availability at 11:00 am to speak on the passing of Pope Francis.

Members of the media are invited to attend. 

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PHOTOS: Attached photos taken September 10, 2024