‘Very, very kind’: St. Petersburg bishop remembers Pope Francis after his death

John Krull: The strength to be kind

When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became the bishop of Rome in 2013, no one knew that his papacy would be blessedly out of pace with that of much of the world.

The strength to be kind

When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became the bishop of Rome in 2013, no one knew that his papacy would be blessedly out of pace with that of much of the world.

Northern Ontario bishop remembers Pope's humility and kindness

Catholics around the world continue to reflect on the passing of Pope Francis, by sharing stories and memories of him.

Fort Wayne-South Bend bishop releases statement following death of Pope Francis

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Bishop Rhoades released a statement following the death of Pope Francis.

‘Very, very kind’: St. Petersburg bishop remembers Pope Francis after his death

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Catholics in Tampa Bay woke up Monday to news that Pope Francis, 88, died just hours after a public appearance to celebrate the Easter holiday. Bishop Gregory Parkes with the Diocese of St. Petersburg joined WFLA News Now at 11 to respond to Pope Francis' death and discuss how it impacted local parishioners. Tributes from around the globe pour in for Pope Francis after his death "To hear this morning that he passed aw…

Dumaguete prelate calls for prayers for the late Pope Francis

DUMAGUETE CITY – Bishop Julito Cortes of the Diocese of Dumaguete on Monday called on the Catholic faithful to pray for Pope Francis, who passed away due to a lingering illness at the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta in the morning (local time).BISHOP Julito Cortes (right) with Pope Francis. (FB)Cortes, who read his message during a Holy Mass on Easter Monday at his residence as tribute to the late Holy Father, said “that as the successor of Peter and…