Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88.
His death marked the end of a papacy defined by humility, compassion, and advocacy for social justice. Just days before his passing, he made his final public appearance on Sunday, greeting the faithful from St. Peter’s Basilica despite his declining health.
His Easter message, delivered by a Vatican archbishop, called for peace, compassion, and respect for fundamental freedoms, highlighting global suffering, including the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
