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Celtic Football Club today released a statement following the sad passing of Pope Francis…
The Vatican announced that the Pope died at 88 years old on Easter Monday. Despite ongoing health problems, he made a public appearance on Easter Sunday to deliver a blessing to the crowd in St Peter’s Square.
However, Pope Francis died early Monday morning at 7:35am, just a day after his Easter appearance.
A statement from the Vatican said: “Dearest brothers and sister, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7.35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and his Church.”
“He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, courage, and universal love, especially for the poorest and most marginalised.”
“With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite, merciful love of God, One and Tribune.″
Now, Celtic officials have offered sincere tributes in light of Pope Francis’s passing.
A Celtic FC statement states: “Celtic Football Club would like to express its deepest condolences following the death of Pope Francis who has passed away this morning at the age of 88. Everyone at the club is saddened by this morning’s news and we offer our sincere thoughts and prayers. Requiescat in pace.”
In November 2023 prior to Celtic’s Champions League encounter against Lazio in Rome, Brendan Rodgers’ players and staff were received in a private audience by Pope Francis at the Vatican, where he praised the club’s charitable roots.
Pope Francis also spoke about the vital role of respect and fairness in sport and daily life. He devoted his life to standing with the marginalised and oppressed, and in his final days, he remained a steadfast advocate for peace and compassion.
May his enduring example of empathy, bravery, and kindness guide us in shaping a world that is more compassionate and just for all.
Requiescat in pace.
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