A faith column reflects on Pope Francis’s ministry of compassion, love, and inclusivity toward the poor, immigrants, refugees, and LGBTQ people.
Key moments recalled include his first blessing as pope and a COVID-19 era blessing in St. Peter’s Square.
Pope Francis is noted for his focus on care for creation and openness to those different from himself.
HART is hosting a Stand Up for Yourself and Others multifaith dialogue event on Sunday, May 4 at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church.
The event will feature Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and Quaker panelists discussing values for supporting others in the community.
Activities include small group discussions, storytelling, music, meditation, and planning next steps for community action.
The event promotes acceptance and solidarity, following a previous initiative bringing related children’s books to local libraries.
The author suggests honoring Pope Francis by seeing the world with compassion and love and acting on it.
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