LIer recalls Francis as 'a good pope'
Maria Traversa, 76, of Rockville Centre, who came to St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre Monday to attend the 7:45 a.m. Mass, said she didn’t agree with all of Pope Francis’ teachings but felt lucky to have his service for so many years.
“He was a good pope,” Traversa said. “He brought a lot of the country together.”
When she heard the news Monday morning, she felt a sense of relief because Pope Francis was sick for so long.
“In a lot of ways it’s sad to say goodbye,” Traversa said.
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