Archbishop calls for prayers after parishioner dies from parade injury in Louisville
Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre invited the people of the Archdiocese of Louisville on March 17 to join him in prayer following the death of Joan Pannuti Pottinger, a parishioner at St. Agnes Church who was injured during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14 and died later that day at the hospital.
The archbishop said, “I want to express my condolences to her husband and her children as they deal with this profound loss. Furthermore, I want to extend my sympathy to the St. Agnes community who knew and loved Joan. Please know we are grieving with you.” He added, “I invite the Archdiocese of Louisville to join me in praying for the repose of her soul, her family, and the St. Agnes School community.”
Pottinger was a member of St. Agnes Church and mother to two students at St. Agnes School. In response to her passing, school counselors were made available on March 16 for students and staff seeking support, while parents were encouraged by school officials to talk with their children at home.
The Archdiocese of Louisville promotes Catholic spiritual development and supports community outreach through its various ministries, according to the official website. The archdiocese also maintains archives that safeguard historical documents from its institutions and clergy for research purposes, as reported by its official website.
As an ecclesiastical territory aligned with the Roman Catholic Church, the Archdiocese aims to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ, engage in worship through sacraments, build faith communities, address human needs, encourage spiritual growth, and advance justice and compassion according to its official website. It operates under Archbishop Fabre’s guidance along with consultative groups such as the College of Consultors and Pastoral Council according to its official website.
The Archdiocese provides pastoral care and sacramental services across central Kentucky through multiple parishes according to its official website. The recent tragedy has brought together members of both St. Agnes Church and School as they seek comfort within their faith community.
