Diocese of Knoxville's bishop reflects on life, legacy and humility of Pope Francis

Diocese of Knoxville's bishop reflects on life, legacy and humility of Pope Francis

Pope Francis passed at age 88, prompting East Tennessee churches to gather in reflection and prayer. Bishop Mark Beckman shared memories and hopes for the future.

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US bishops honor Pope Francis' legacy in hours after his death

Pope Francis greets Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, during a meeting with the presidents and coordinators of the regional assemblies of the Synod of Bishops at the Vatican Nov. 28, 2022. Pope Francis, formerly Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, died April 21, 2025, at age 88. CNS photo/Vatican Media Pope Francis, who died April 21 at age 88, “will long be remembered for his outreach to …