April 21, 2025 God Bless Pope Francis who passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday. His Christian example has been an inspiration to countless people. If we are truly in love with Christ and if we sense how much he loves us, our heart will "light up" with a joy that spreads to everyone around us. Thank you, Pope Francis.  Pope Francis passes on Easter Monday at the age of 88 We pay tribute to our joyful shepherd in faith by remembering his life's work of helping people find mercy, hope, and joy in God. In the words of Pope Francis: Dear friends, if we walk in hope, allowing ourselves to be surprised by the new wine Jesus offers us, we have joy in our hearts, and we cannot fail to be witnesses of this joy. Christians are joyful; they are never gloomy. God is at our side. We have a Mother who always intercedes for the life of her children. Jesus has shown us that the face of God is that of a loving Father. Sin and death have been defeated. Christians cannot be pessimists! They do not look like someone in constant mourning. If we are truly in love with Christ and if we sense how much he loves us, our heart will "light up" with a joy that spreads to everyone around us. —Excerpted from Embracing the Way of Jesus - Reflections from Pope Francis Eternal rest grant unto Pope Francis, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. Pope Francis truly walked in Faith and lived it every day. Let us please continue to pray for peace and healing. May our words and actions bring about a more just and peaceful world. God bless you all - Peace, love, happiness and harmony. David Greenbaum (Mr. G.) Principal |