Fr. Mark Baron, MIC, offers prayers on the death of Pope Francis
Fr. Mark Baron, MIC, offers prayers on the death of Pope Francis
On today’s passing of the Holy Father, Pope Francis, Fr. Mark Baron, MIC, Director of the Association of Marian Helpers. offers condolences, a reflection, and prayers on behalf of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception in the United States.
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The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120925.cfm
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