Padre Mário Casassa dies in Ponta Grossa and receives tributes from faithful
Priest is remembered for his pastoral work, spiritual guidance and bond with communities; information about the wake and burial has not yet been released
Father Mário Casassa passed away on Thursday (1st), leaving a trajectory marked by dedication to religious life, evangelization and the accompaniment of families and communities. The news provoked demonstrations of regret and tributes from people who lived with the priest.
In messages published after the confirmation of his death, Father Mario is remembered for his pastoral work in different places, including Brazil, Chile, Italy, Myanmar and Africa, in addition to his connection with the Neocatechumenal Way in Ponta Grossa.
Trajectory marked by spiritual accompaniment
Among the accounts of the faithful are memories of marriages celebrated by the priest, baptisms, spiritual orientations and follow-up in moments of mourning.
One of the tributes describes Father Mario as “a faithful and dedicated servant” and recalls a phrase often attributed to him:
“Do God’s will, then He will do yours.”
The expression “Health!”, also associated with the priest, was taken up by people who paid tribute after the news of his death.
The community regrets the loss.
Another demonstration highlighted Father Mario as a man of prayer, faith and humility, remembered for the work he carried out with the community and for the period in which he acted as parish priest.
The message also expresses gratitude to the Piamartina Family for the period of coexistence with the religious and for the pastoral work carried out over the years.
The priest is remembered for his close bond with families and for his participation in important moments in the lives of different generations.
Information about farewell
To date, no information has been released about the cause of death, funeral or burial. Once there is official confirmation about the farewell acts, the information may be updated.
The BnT Online expresses feelings to the family, friends, religious and communities that lived with Father Mário Casassa.
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