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Federal leaders reflect on legacy of Pope Francis

Apr 21, 2025
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INSIGHT

Pope's Apology Spurs Reconciliation

  • Pope Francis' apology to residential school survivors was a powerful act of leadership and reconciliation in Canada.
  • His acknowledgment of colonialist harms marked a significant shift for the Catholic Church's role in Indigenous healing.
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Pope as Church Disruptor

  • Pope Francis aimed to transform the Church into a 'poor church for the poor,' focusing on inclusion and addressing modern issues.
  • His papacy left the Catholic Church markedly different than 12 years ago.
ANECDOTE

Fontaine Recalls Pope's Compassion

  • Phil Fontaine described Pope Francis as humble and compassionate during a private audience with survivors.
  • The Pope promised and later delivered a public apology for the Catholic Church's harm to Indigenous children.
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