Faithful remember Francis as ‘pilgrim of hope’

Local parishioners talked about his impact on the Catholic Church during his 12 years as pope.

By TOM DAVIDSON
TribLive

Pope Francis’ message to listen more, preach less and show mercy to all resonated, even among those who lacked faith.

Francis, who died Monday at 88, was remembered by Western Pennsylvanians as a man who led by his actions.

The South American Jesuit had a 12-year papacy marked by humility, prayer and a focus on meeting people where they were in life and listening to them.

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