Pope Francis Dies at 88

Pope Francis Dies at 88

Published on April 22, 2025 at 6:18 AM by Edgar Naitha

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Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88.

He died at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta on Monday, April 21, 2025.

According to reports, Pope Francis had been in poor health for some time, suffering from various ailments during his 12-year papacy.

Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, Pope Francis was a trailblazer as the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church.

His papacy was marked by division and tension as he sought to modernize the institution.

Despite his health issues, Pope Francis remained committed to his duties, championing causes such as environmental protection, social justice and interfaith dialogue.

Throughout his tenure, Pope Francis was known for his humility, compassion and dedication to the poor.

 

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