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Pope Francis Tribute: 2 Memorial Masses Set This Week in the Rio Grande Valley
Local Catholics invited to honor the late pope at services in Brownsville and Harlingen.
Published April 22 2025
Pope Francis Tribute: 2 Memorial Masses Set This Week in the Rio Grande Valley
As the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, Catholics across the Rio Grande Valley are preparing to gather in prayer and reflection at two public memorial Masses scheduled for this week.
The services offer a moment for the faithful to honor the legacy of a pontiff who touched millions with his humility, compassion, and commitment to the marginalized.
First Mass: Tuesday in Brownsville
The first tribute Mass will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, April 22, at 12:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, located in the heart of Brownsville.
Second Mass: Wednesday in Harlingen
A second memorial Mass is scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, at 5:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the San Juan del Valle. This service will provide an evening option for those unable to attend the midday Mass and is also expected to attract a strong community presence.
A Moment for Reflection and Prayer
Both Masses will serve as communal expressions of grief and gratitude for the life of Pope Francis, whose papacy was marked by global outreach, environmental stewardship, and a focus on mercy and inclusion.
Catholics from all walks of life are invited to attend, pray together, and reflect on the enduring influence of the Church’s first Jesuit pope.
Locations & Contact Information
- Immaculate Conception Cathedral
1218 E. Jefferson St., Brownsville, TX - Our Lady of San Juan del Valle
400 N. Virgen de San Juan Blvd.
As Catholics worldwide prepare for the conclave that will elect Pope Francis’s successor, the Rio Grande Valley joins in honoring his remarkable legacy with reverence and prayer.
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