SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released a statement Monday honoring Pope Francis and offering condolences following his death.
“We join the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis,” the statement read, adding that, “His courageous and compassionate leadership has blessed countless lives.”
The First Presidency acknowledged the sorrow felt not only across Europe but around the world following the announcement of the pope’s death…