Mario Nawfal
🚨🇻🇦JD VANCE AMONG LAST TO MEET POPE FRANCIS BEFORE HIS DEATH Pope Francis and Vance met briefly in Rome on Easter Sunday - just a day before the pontiff passed away at age 88. Despite public disagreements over immigration and deportation policy under Trump, the two shared Easter greetings in a quiet moment of mutual respect. Vance, a Catholic convert since 2019, had held longer talks with top Vatican officials the day before, discussing global conflicts and migration. Now, the brief meeting takes on historic weight - one of Francis’ final public encounters before returning to what Cardinal Farrell called “the house of the Father.” Source: EWTN
Mario Nawfal
🚨🇻🇦POPE FRANCIS - A PAPACY THAT CHANGED THE CHURCH AND SHOOK THE STATUS QUO Pope Francis, the first South American pope and one of the most influential religious leaders of the modern era, died today at age 88. The Vatican confirmed his passing at 7:35 a.m. in his residence at Casa Santa Marta. Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced it with "deep sorrow," praising Francis’ lifelong devotion to the poor, the marginalized, and the Gospel. His 12-year papacy redefined the Catholic Church’s voice on climate, capitalism, migration, and LGBTQ+ inclusion - but also faced backlash for internal contradictions and controversial remarks. Known as the “People’s Pope,” Francis spent his final years battling serious health issues, including pneumonia, kidney failure, and a long hospital stay earlier this year. Now, 1.4 billion Catholics begin mourning a figure who broke tradition, sparked global debate, and brought humility to the papal throne. Source: Sky News
