December 17, 1936 – April 21, 2025

The Bishops of the United States unite in prayer with Catholics here and around the world and all people of good will in gratitude for the life of our revered shepherd. We mourn the passing of our Holy Father and beg Saint Joseph to accompany him. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord. (Excerpt from Archbishop Broglio, usccb president)

Prayer for Pope St Francis

O God, faithful reward of souls,

grant that your departed servant Pope Frances,

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 Christ our Lord. Amen.

(Pope Francis | USCCB – usccb.org)