Passing of Fr. Virgilio P. Elizondo

On Tuesday March 15, 2016 the Archdiocese of San Antonio released the following statement from Archbishop García-Siller:  

“I join the priests of the Archdiocese of San Antonio as we are deeply saddened and stunned by the news of the death of Father Virgilio Elizondo on March 14. This is an occasion for great sorrow, as his death was sudden and unexpected.   “Father Virgil had served as rector of San Fernando Cathedral, and pursued scholarly work in Latino theology, evangelization, faith and spirituality, and culture. He had also been a long-time theology professor at the University of Notre Dame, and was the author of several books.”   “At this devastatingly sad time for Father Virgil’s family — especially his sister — as well as his brother clergy, co-workers and friends, we offer our most profound sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with them all. I pray for all those who mourn Father Virgil and for the repose of his soul. In this Year of Mercy, we now commend him to the saving mercy of our God, who is compassionate and full of mercy and love. This is most fitting and proper.”  

  Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller will preside at a bilingual memorial service on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church, where Fr. Virgilio Elizondo served as parochial vicar. Fr. David García will serve as the homilist at the Mass. There will be a private interment service for family members. ENAVE is deeply saddened by the loss of our friend Virgilio, who will always be remembered as the founder of U.S. Hispanic religious thought and one who greatly contributed to Hispanic ministry in the United States.  During this time of mourning, our thoughts and prayers are with Virgilio, his family, friends, and colleagues. We remain in prayer. May he rest in peace. 2016 © ENAVE.  All Rights Reserved.