In Loving Memory of Pope Francis

We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis, on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88.

O God, faithful rewarder of souls, grant that your departed servant Pope Francis, whom you made successor of Peter and shepherd of your Church, may happily enjoy for ever in your presence in heaven the mysteries of your grace and compassion, which he faithfully ministered on earth. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Dios nuestro, que recompensas con justicia a todos los hombres, concede que tu siervo, el Papa Francisco, a quien constituiste sucesor de Pedro y pastor de toda la Iglesia, pueda gozar eternamente en el cielo de los misterios de la gracia y del perdón, que él administró fielmente en la tierra. Por nuestro Señor Jesucristo, tu Hijo, que vive y reina contigo en la unidad del Espíritu Santo y es Dios por los siglos de los siglos. Amen

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Memorial Service & Mass of the Departed for His Holiness +Pope Francis  

In union with the Diocese of Orlando and its many Catholic parishes, Blessed Trinity Catholic Church announces the following Bilingual Service and Bilingual “Mass of the Departed” for Pope Francis on Friday, May 2 in the church:  

• Communal Rosary at 6:30 PM  
• The Mass of the Faithful Departed for Pope Francis at 7:00 PM

All parishioners, ministries and organizations and friends of Blessed Trinity parish are warmly welcome to prayer with us for the repose of the soul of His Holiness, Pope Francis and his return to the Father for all eternity. May his soul rest in the Peace of Christ and in the glory of the Holy Spirit.  Amen.   

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He passed away peacefully at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta after a period of declining health. His final public appearance was on Easter Sunday, when he offered the Urbi et Orbi blessing from St. Peter’s Basilica.

Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Francis was the first Latin American and Jesuit to serve as pope. His 12-year papacy was marked by a deep commitment to social justice, environmental care, and compassion for the marginalized. He will be remembered for his humility, simplicity, and his tireless efforts to foster peace and unity within the Church and beyond.

In honor of his life and legacy, Blessed Trinity will host a “Holy Hour for His Holiness + Pope Francis” tonight, Monday, April 21, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Main Church. All are warmly invited to join us in prayer and remembrance.

“Well done, good and faithful servant. May the Lord welcome him into eternal glory and grant him peace everlasting. Amen.”

Let us remain united in prayer for the repose of his soul and for the Church in this time of mourning and transition.