Death of pope Benedict XVI

On December 31, 2022, His Holiness, Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus, fell asleep in the Lord.  Bishop Milan Lach and the clergy and faithful of the Eparchy of Parma offer their condolences and prayers for his soul and our parishes will be celebrating the Panachida for him.  The Funeral Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict was celebrated by His Holiness, Pope Francis, in St. Peter’s Square on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 9:30 am (3:30am Eastern Time). You can watch a recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZWu0NBsfuA (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)