We Pray for the Repose of the Soul of
Pope Benedict XVI
Archbishop Etienne will offer a
special Mass for Pope Benedict XVI
on Monday, January 9, 2023, at
12:10pm,
livestreamed on
VIMEO and
FACEBOOK.
Father, eternal shepherd,
hear the prayers of
your people for your servant Benedict,
who governed your Church with
love.
He faithfully administered the mysteries
of your
forgiveness and love on earth;
may he rejoice with you forever in
heaven.
He was servant and teacher of the Church,
and did the
work of Christ on earth;
may Christ welcome him into eternal glory.
He was appointed high priest of the flock;
may he be counted
among the priests
in the life of your kingdom.
He was an
instrument of your peace and love for the human family;
receive him
in your love, and grant him eternal peace,
through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Vatican News Service (adapted)