Pope Francis

A Shepherd to the Marginalized, A Voice for the Poor

With hearts full of sorrow and gratitude, we join the global Church in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, a humble servant of Christ who dedicated his life to lifting up the forgotten, healing the broken, and walking alongside the poor and marginalized. His papacy was marked by compassion, simplicity, and an unwavering commitment to the Gospel message of love and justice.

In his words and his actions, Pope Francis reminded us that "the Church is called to be the house of the Father, with doors always wide open." He lived that call—reaching out to those on the margins, advocating for the dignity of every person, and challenging us all to care for creation and one another.

Join Us in Prayer and Remembrance

To honor his life and legacy, we invite you to:

Download a Digital Prayer Card
Provided by the Diocese of Syracuse, this prayer card is a way to personally reflect on Pope Francis’ witness and to offer your own prayers in thanksgiving for his life.
Click here to download.

Pray the Novena
Join our brothers and sister throughout the diocese in praying a special novena for the repose of Pope Francis’ soul.
Click here to download.

Join us for a special Mass
We will gather as a parish community to remember the life and legacy of Pope Francis in the sacrifice of the Holy Mass on
Monday, April 28 at 7:00 PM at Assumption Church. All are welcome as we come together in faith and thanksgiving.

May our Holy Father rest in the peace of Christ, whom he so faithfully served.