Throughout his years as Pope, Francis offered the Church and the world many lasting gifts. Among his most significant contributions were:

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A Synodal Church: Pope Francis reignited the Church’s ancient tradition of synodality, calling for a Church that listens, discerns, and walks together, engaging bishops, clergy, and laity alike in prayerful dialogue to renew its missionary spirit.

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Outreach to the Peripheries: Francis urged the Church to move beyond its comfort zones, placing the poor, the displaced, and the forgotten at the centre of her life and mission, showing that Christ is found most clearly among those on the margins.

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Interreligious Dialogue and Peacebuilding: A tireless bridge-builder, Francis advanced dialogue with other faiths, most notably through the Document on Human Fraternity, and championed peace in lands wounded by war, making historic visits to Iraq and other conflict zones.

A Church for Everyone: He shaped a Church that welcomes all who seek God with sincerity, adopting a merciful tone toward the marginalised, advocating for greater inclusion of women, and reminding the world that the Church is a home for all, not a closed circle for the perfect.

​Witness of Joy and Tenderness in Old Age and Suffering: Even as his health declined, Francis radiated faith, joy, and compassion, offering a living testimony that frailty and suffering are not burdens to hide, but sacred seasons to be lived with hope, tenderness, and courage.

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Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Amen.