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With deep sorrow, the Diocese of Norwich joins the universal Church in mourning the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on the morning of April 21, 2025.

Statement of the Most Reverend Christopher J. Coyne
I join with Bishop-elect Richard Reidy and the entire community of the Diocese of Norwich in offering prayers for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis. May he rest in peace.

As Archbishop of Hartford and Apostolic Administrator of Norwich, I will celebrate a Memorial Mass for Pope Francis at 12:10 PM today at the metropolitan Cathedral of St. Joseph in Hartford.

Bishop-elect Reidy will concelebrate a Memorial Mass with Bishop Robert McManus today at 12:10 at the Cathedral of St. Paul in Worcester MA.

"Eternal rest grant on to him, O Lord ...."

Please continue to pray for the repose of Pope Francis and for the Church he so faithfully served.