04/21/2025
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IN LOVING MEMORY OF POPE FRANCIS – ETERNAL REST GRANT UNTO HIM, O LORD
Is is with profound sorrow that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Holy Father, Pope Francis, who entered eternal life on Easter Monday, the day after celebrating the Resurrection of our Lord. Despite recent hospitalization for pneumonia, the Holy Father’s strength, resilience, and unwavering faith allowed him to recover just enough to offer Easter greetings to the faithful in Rome—his final act of pastoral love and devotion.
Pope Francis was more than the head of the Catholic Church. He was a shepherd to the marginalized, a voice for the voiceless, and a living testament to mercy, humility, and hope. His papacy touched hearts far beyond the Vatican, bringing compassion and justice to the forefront of our global conscience.
As one Catholic family, we at Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark join millions around the world in mourning this immense loss. We pray for the peaceful repose of his soul and trust in his intercession in Heaven. We also pray for comfort and unity among all those grieving—especially those within our cemeteries, who understand the pain of parting with loved ones.
To support those in mourning, our Ministry of Consolation offers bereavement resources and compassionate care. Learn more at https://www.rcancem.org/ministry-of-consolation/.
May Pope Francis rest in the peace of Christ, and may we carry forward his legacy of love, mercy, and faith.
