Scotland’s Churches Trust offers the Catholic community of Scotland and beyond its sincere condolences upon the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, the Bishop of Rome and leader of the Roman Catholic Church.

His papacy was marked by a profound dedication to the poor, the marginalised and the environment, earning him deep respect far outwith the boundaries of the Catholic Church. His leadership challenged everyone to care more deeply about each other and about the planet around us and his legacy will endure for years to come.