Beloved Papa Francis finally bids His children goodbye on an Easter Monday

At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, delivered the solemn news of Papa Francis‘ passing from the Casa Santa Marta, expressing profound sorrow. He confirmed that the Pope died at 7:35 AM on February 14, 2025, after a long battle with respiratory issues, including bronchitis and pneumonia.

Cardinal Farrell reflected on Pope Francis’ unwavering commitment to the Lord and the Church, emphasizing his devotion to serving the most vulnerable with love, courage, and compassion. “His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church,” the Cardinal shared, as he commended the Pope’s soul to God’s mercy.

Pope Francis had been in and out of the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic Hospital for over a month due to his worsening condition, after being admitted on February 14. His medical history included a lung surgery in Argentina in 1957 and frequent respiratory struggles, with one notable absence in 2023 due to lung inflammation.

In his final months, Pope Francis also worked on revising the papal funeral rites, simplifying the traditional rituals. These new guidelines focus on celebrating his role as a pastor and disciple, rather than a worldly figure, as the Church prepares for his funeral Mass.

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