Saint Francis University President Calls For Nation's Healing
Loretto, PA (01/09/2021) — Saint Francis University community members gathered this week for a special mass meant for reconcilitation and healing in the nation. University President, Father Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., condemed the violence and called upon individuals to pray for those who were hurt, those who died, and all elected offiicals.
"Once again we must be reminded of the importance of our mission at Saint Francis University. Violence has no place in a free society. As people of faith at a Catholic and Franciscan university, we must stay rooted in prayer." said Father Malachi Van Tassell.
In his invitation to attend the mass and pray for peace, healing, and reconciliation for the nation, Father Malachi reminded the community of their role to model Christ-like behavior for students and the community given the faith-based fabric of Saint Francis University.
Father Malachi's meaningful homily may be viewed here: http://ow.ly/XbQi50D2Kqp. The full mass can be viewed here: http://ow.ly/DnSn50D2Kqo.
Saint Francis University (www.francis.edu) in Loretto, PA is the oldest Catholic-Franciscan college in the United States. Its mission is to help students grow into compassionate, successful professionals through a culture of generosity, respect, discovery and joy.
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University President, Father Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R. gathers community members in asking for reconciliation and prayers for the nation in a special mass.
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Marie Young (814) 472-3127 myoung@francis.edu, Erin McCloskey (814) 472-3938 emcccloskey@francis.eduShare this Story
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