Pope Francis today noted the October 31, 202 Beatification of Fr. Michael McGivney.
The Holy Father’s comments came after praying the noonday with the limited crowd in St. Peter’s Square.
“Yesterday, in Hartford, in the United States of America, Michael McGivney was proclaimed blessed: diocesan priest, founder of the Knights of Columbus. Dedicated to evangelization, he did everything possible to provide for the needs of those in need, promoting reciprocal aid,” Pope Francis said. “May his example be an impetus for us to always be witnesses of the Gospel of charity. Let’s give a round of applause to this new blessed.”