With a heavy heart, I join the world in mourning the loss of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. His papacy was a testament to preaching the Gospel with joy, humility, and love—not just in words, but through action, especially in service to those on the margins.
“I dream of a missionary impulse capable of transforming everything, so that the Church’s customs, ways of doing things, times and schedules, language and structures can be suitably channeled for the evangelization of today’s world…”
-Pope Francis, (Evangelii Gaudium #27)
These words of Pope Francis continue to deeply challenge all of us in FOCUS to be bold in faith, to evangelize with compassion and mercy, and to bring Jesus Christ’s love to a world in need.
As we grieve his passing, may Pope Francis’ legacy continue to inspire us all to carry forward his dream—joyfully proclaiming the Gospel with zeal, serving with mercy, and inspiring others to follow Christ.
-Curtis Martin, FOCUS Founder
Eternal rest grant unto Pope Francis, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
Amen
Additional Resources
Learn more from FOCUS about Pope Francis and his legacy from these blog posts and resources: 13 Quotes From Pope Francis’ Evangelii Gaudium, A Summary of “Evangelii Gaudium: Joy of the Gospel”, Pope Francis Appoints FOCUS Founder Curtis Martin as Adviser on New Evangelization, The Moment When God Called a Teenaged Pope Francis to be a Priest, 10 Things Pope Francis Wants You to Know about Evangelization, Pope Francis’ Top 7 Quotes on the Family.
We have a ton more on FOCUS Equip, so head there now.
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