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Cardinals Honor Pope Francis with Unity and Gratitude

4/30/2025

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In the wake of Pope Francis' passing on Easter Monday, the College of Cardinals expressed heartfelt gratitude to the diverse religious and political leaders who gathered for his April 26 funeral. Their presence underscored the pope's enduring legacy of peace and unity, while the cardinals also praised the seamless organization of both the funeral and the Jubilee of Teenagers.

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In the wake of Pope Francis' passing on Easter Monday, the College of Cardinals expressed heartfelt gratitude to the diverse religious and political leaders who gathered for his April 26 funeral. Their presence underscored the pope's enduring legacy of peace and unity, while the cardinals also praised the seamless organization of both the funeral and the Jubilee of Teenagers.