On Monday, April 21, 2025 our Holy Father Pope Francis passed away. We mourn the loss of a faithful shepherd who diligently taught the Church to receive others with deep compassion. Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy marked by mercy and hope, the themes of the two jubilee years that he established.

Our parish community prays for Pope Francis and all those who mourn his loss. Please join us in this novena in his remembrance as the Universal Shepherd of the Church, the servant of the servants of the Lord. We will offer this novena prayer after daily Mass together.

During a time like this our minds can start wondering "What comes next?!" and even become a little fearful or anxious about the future. Let us not be overcome by thoughts of the future and remember for these nine days to pray for our brother, Pope Francis. After we have prayed for him, let us entrust our future to our provident and loving Savior who has promised that the gates of hell will never prevail against the Church!