Davis Statement on Pope Francis’ Historic Congressional Address
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) today released the following statement regarding Pope Francis’ historic address to Congress:
"Today was an historic day in Congress and as a Catholic, it is one that I will never forget," said Davis. "Pope Francis' message of hope, compassion, and leadership reminds us that we are a nation that is stronger united than we are divided. I hope Washington will use his message to work together to make our country even greater." Background: Davis converted to Catholicism in 2001 and recently shared his experience and thoughts on Pope Francis’ historical visit in this short video. Each member of Congress received one ticket to the House Gallery and 50 tickets for the West Front Lawn. Davis’ wife, Shannon a life-long Catholic, watched from the House Gallery and the West Front Lawn tickets were provided to constituents traveling to Washington, DC for the address. Among those receiving West Front Lawn tickets through Davis' office included: · Father Daniel L. Willenborg, Pastor, St. Louis Catholic Church and School, Nokomis, IL · Rev. R. Dean Probst, Pastor, Church of St. Jude, Rochester, IL · Jim Hires, Executive Director, Eastern Illinois Foodbank, Urbana, IL |
