Aleteia logoAleteia logoAleteia
Thursday 28 March |
Holy Thursday of the Supper of the Lord
Aleteia logo

Archbishop of Rouen: Murder of Father Jacques sparked fear, but also drew people to Mass

Deacon Greg Kandra - published on 09/15/16

Please consider a gift for Aleteia!
Help us spread the joy of Christ's victory.
Aleteia depends on your support.

Join our Lenten Campaign 2024.

DONATE NOW

From Rome Reports: 

It was a Mass full of emotions, initiated by the memory of Fr. Jacques Hamel. Monsignor Dominique Lebrun, archbishop of Fr. Hamel’s diocese, explained some of the details of his meeting with Pope Francis. He stressed the encounter occurred precisely on a day designated to Catholics. MSGR. DOMINIQUE LEBRUN Archbishop of Rouen (France) “He signed the photo before Mass and quickly asked that it was placed on the altar. We celebrated the Mass with Fr. Jacques’ photo on the altar. This was the first great sign. The pope welcomed us today, on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. I do not know if it was a coincidence on his schedule or with his heart, but I’m sure it was the heart of God who chose this meeting on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.” The cruelty of the killing shocked the world. Fr. Jacques was beheaded in his parish, while celebrating Mass on July 26. The priest’s sister clarifies that the murderers acted on behalf of Daesh, but not in the name of the God of Islam. The archbishop repeated the words of the pope: it was a satanic act.

Check out the video of his remarks below.

Support Aleteia!

Enjoying your time on Aleteia?

Articles like these are sponsored free for every Catholic through the support of generous readers just like you.

Thanks to their partnership in our mission, we reach more than 20 million unique users per month!

Help us continue to bring the Gospel to people everywhere through uplifting and transformative Catholic news, stories, spirituality, and more.

Support Aleteia with a gift today!

jour1_V2.gif
Daily prayer
And today we celebrate...




Top 10
See More