Cardinal Timothy Dolan took a brief break from Vatican discussions about the next pope to lead a remembrance Mass for Pope Francis at St. Patrick's Cathedral. In front of hundreds, he praised Pope Francis as a divine gift, noting his willingness to show vulnerability. Attendees, including local leaders, participated in prayers and Communion, with Dolan sharing light-hearted moments while honoring the late pontiff. Following the service, he humorously remarked about 'playing hooky' and acknowledged the solemn duty of discerning the Holy Spirit's choice for the next pope.
We praise God for the gift of Pope Francis to all of us. We're grateful to God for what he taught us by how he lived and by how he died.
Comfortable enough to let us see his weakness, his fragility, his stumbling, in a wheelchair, with his oxygen tank.
Now believe me, I could preach a lot longer, but Pope Francis always complained about preaching too long - no wonder he was so popular.
We gotta figure out who the Holy Spirit wants, and that's a heavy responsibility.
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