Pope Francis, a man of deep humility and bold reforms, died early Monday morning. He was 88. The Vatican confirmed the news, and just like that — the world paused.
He had shown up, smiling, for Easter Mass. No one imagined that’d be his last appearance. Now, St. Peter’s Square is flooded with silence, candles, and quiet prayers. His body will lie in state from Wednesday, and people are already lining up.
He Walked With the Broken
Francis didn’t rule from a distance. He walked among people. Slept simply. Refused the papal palace. He washed feet. Hugged the sick. Showed up for refugees. For those the world forgot.
He never acted like a king. More like someone’s grandfather — kind, gentle, but honest. He didn’t avoid the mess of the world. He went right into it.
Change Wasn’t Easy, but He Tried Anyway
Inside the Church, not everyone liked him. He faced pushback — for pushing back. For naming abuse. For standing with LGBTQ+ Catholics. For calling out the climate crisis. For saying women deserved more space in the Church.
Still, he kept going. Sometimes quiet. Sometimes loud. But always with purpose.
His Final Hours and What Comes Next
His health had been fragile, but still — the news shocked many. His last days were busy. A prison visit. A public blessing. He never really stopped.
Now, the Church prepares for what’s next. A new pope will be chosen soon. But Francis? He’ll be remembered as the one who made the Church feel closer. Warmer. Real.
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