Bishop Schlert celebrated a Solemn Pontifical Mass for Pope Francis at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown at 12:15pm on Friday, April 25, the day before Pope Francis’ funeral in St. Peter’s Square. Priests from all over the Diocese joined in the Mass, and seminarians from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary altar served. The entirety of St. John Vianney Regional School, Allentown came to pray for the deceased Pontiff, as well as students and representatives from at least half a dozen other Diocesan schools. Other members of the faithful starting filing into the Cathedral more than an hour before the Mass began.
The readings and intercessions alternated between Spanish and English, a nod to the diverse community of believers as well as Pope Francis’ Argentinian heritage. When Bishop Schlert gave his homily, he also alternated between the two tongues as he expressed his prayers and appreciation for the Pope and his legacy.
Bishop Schlert observed that this Mass and the passing of Pope Francis was a momentous moment especially for the school children, who likely have known no other pope in their lifetimes. The tone of the Mass was not dejected however, for while Bishop and all the faithful mourn the passing of Pope Francis, the joy of Easter triumphs over all death.
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Bishop Schlert Celebrates Solemn Pontifical Mass for the Deceased Pontiff, Pope Francis - AD Today
Bishop Schlert celebrated a Solemn Pontifical Mass for Pope Francis at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown at 12:15pm on Friday, April 25, the day before Pope Francis’ funeral in St. Peter’s Square.
