"We see so many different incidents of this type of violence that are occurring. And also that we take a look at that as a society. We're becoming numb to these kinds of incidents."

"The most important lesson is the idea of being radically faithful. You have to follow your faith even though the consequences are dire."

"May the Lord convert the hearts of the violent and sustain our feet into the way of peace," Pope Francis said.

The superior general of the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X said Pope Francis, rather than denouncing errors in Catholic doctrine, has "encouraged" them."The Society of St. Pius X prays and does penance for the pope, that he might have the strength to proclaim Catholic faith and

“I am here to confess, apologize and repent for the sins of those who held the sacred trust of the church, and betrayed that trust,” Bishop Johnston said.

Damage from the flooding was widespread, with the southeastern region of the state being hit the hardest. Walls of water came crashing into towns and small communities leaving ruin and heartbreak in their wake.