Honoring the Life and Legacy of Pope Francis

Catholic Charities Boston mourns the loss of Pope Francis, an extraordinary leader of the Catholic Church and a guiding light of hope for millions across the globe. Throughout his life, Pope Francis prioritized the care of the people Catholic Charities Boston is proud to serve every day – vulnerable children and the elderly, families struggling to overcome poverty, refugees and immigrants seeking safer, more stable futures. He was unapologetically committed to treating those living on the margins of society with kindness and respect and was an outstanding model of our vision of a more just, compassionate society rooted in the dignity of all people. Pope Francis recently urged Catholics to “not give into narratives that discriminate and cause unnecessary suffering to our migrant and refugee brothers and sisters.” His words remind us that in these challenging times, our faith calls us to build bridges, recognize our shared humanity, and to stand up for our neighbors in need. We pray for Pope Francis and will honor his legacy of love through service by continuing to empower the most vulnerable among us.