Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church and the first from Latin America, passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88.
The Vatican confirmed that he died at 7:35 a.m. local time following a prolonged hospitalization due to a respiratory crisis that developed into double pneumonia.
Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Francis was elected in 2013 and served for 12 years.
His papacy was marked by humility, a focus on social justice, and efforts to modernize the Church.
He was known for his outreach to marginalized communities and his emphasis on mercy over rigid doctrine.
Despite facing health challenges, including chronic lung disease, Pope Francis made a final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing crowds in St. Peter's Square.
His death marks the end of a transformative era for the Catholic Church.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced the Pope's passing and will oversee the ceremonial protocols, including the symbolic destruction of the Pope's ring of authority.
The College of Cardinals is expected to convene within three weeks to elect his successor.
Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy of compassion, reform, and a commitment to inclusivity that has left a lasting impact on the global Catholic community.
The Vatican confirmed that he died at 7:35 a.m. local time following a prolonged hospitalization due to a respiratory crisis that developed into double pneumonia.
Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Francis was elected in 2013 and served for 12 years.
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His papacy was marked by humility, a focus on social justice, and efforts to modernize the Church.
He was known for his outreach to marginalized communities and his emphasis on mercy over rigid doctrine.
Despite facing health challenges, including chronic lung disease, Pope Francis made a final public appearance on Easter Sunday, blessing crowds in St. Peter's Square.
His death marks the end of a transformative era for the Catholic Church.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced the Pope's passing and will oversee the ceremonial protocols, including the symbolic destruction of the Pope's ring of authority.
The College of Cardinals is expected to convene within three weeks to elect his successor.
Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy of compassion, reform, and a commitment to inclusivity that has left a lasting impact on the global Catholic community.
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