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Pope Francis: A Joyful Easter even when all is not well

Apr 24, 2025

The news of the death of Pope Francis came like a sharp wave to break our celebration of the resurrection of Christ on Easter Monday. Death during a festivity tends to ruin it, yet our hearts cannot but pour out words of thanksgiving to God for the life of an ancestor in faith.
Indonesian Christians fret over religious worship restrictions

Apr 24, 2025

Indonesia is witnessing a rise in incidents of religious freedom violations, says advocacy group
Pope Francis’ mortal remains carried to St. Peter’s Basilica

Apr 23, 2025

The mortal remains of Pope Francis have been transferred from the Casa Santa Marta to St. Peter’s Basilica, where his body will lie in state so the faithful may pay their respects until his funeral on Saturday.
Archbishop of Kuching pays tribute to Pope Francis: A humble shepherd of the world

Apr 23, 2025

The Catholic Church throughout Malaysia is united in sorrow and gratitude at the passing of Pope Francis—an extraordinary spiritual leader whose humility, compassion, and unwavering courage touched millions and transformed the global Church.
Malaysian Consultative Council of Islam Organizations Offers Condolences on the passing of Pope Francis

Apr 23, 2025

We extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a moral compass in a troubled world and a courageous voice for justice, mercy, and human dignity.
Secretariat of Solidarity for Palestine released Condolence Statement on the Passing of His Holiness Pope Francis

Apr 23, 2025

With deep sorrow, we join the world in mourning the loss of Pope Francis —a towering religious leader whose life embodied the highest ideals of compassion, justice and human dignity.
Walking with Francis: The Shepherd, The Prophet, The Pilgrim

Apr 23, 2025

I write this with tears in my eyes and a deep ache in my heart. The news of Pope Francis’ passing feels like a personal loss, as though a spiritual father, a mentor, a brother on the journey has gone ahead.
Penang Bishop sends Message of Thanksgiving and Request of Prayer

Apr 23, 2025

Penang Bishop Cardinal Sebastian Francis sends Message of Thanksgiving and Request of Prayer and reflections on the life and death of Pope Francis.
The Diocese of West Malaysia joins in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis

Apr 23, 2025

The Diocese of West Malaysia joins in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a servant of Christ whose life and ministry touched countless lives across the world.
Singapore High Commission Pays Tribute to Pope Francis: A Leader Who United Faiths

Apr 23, 2025

In a heartfelt condolence letter dated April 22, 2025, Vanu Gopala Menon, High Commissioner of the Republic of Singapore in Kuala Lumpur, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis.