Tuesday, April 22, 2025
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Pope Francis passed away at age 88, on April 21, 2025, 7:35 a.m. local time in Vatican City.
The day before his death, Francis conducted Easter mass, Easter prayers, and called for the end of ongoing wars in the world such as in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan. He also attended a meeting with American Vice President JD Vance.
He died at his Casa Santa Marta residence, with a statement from Cardinal Kevin Farrell reading:
“Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God.”
Sources
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