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Pope Francis has died at 88 after leading the Catholic faithful since March 2013. During his groundbreaking papacy, he inspired the masses as he challenged the traditions and standards of the Catholic Church, which had lost the trust of many in recent years. His calls for change could be inspiring to many yet divisive to others as he ushered in transformational ideologies and a less formal period for the papacy. Learn more about his legacy at the link in bio. In these images: 2: Pope Francis attends a general audience in Vatican City. His efforts to modernize the Catholic Church made him a "rock star" to many. 3: Pope Francis rides in a popemobile through the crowds in St. Peter's Square. In these visits, he opted to ride in an open vehicle instead of one with protective glass to remain close to people. 4: As COVID-19 gripped the world, Pope Francis prayed with priests moments after offering those listening to “recognize Christ present in our poor and suffering brothers and sisters, to encounter them and to listen to their cry and the cry of the earth that echoes it.” 5: Cell phones and tablets capture a Eucharistic celebration to mark the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patron saint of Mexico. Pope Francis launched the Vatican into the digital age, taking part in numerous online events, as part of his efforts to modernize the Catholic Church. Photograph one by Stefano Dal Pozzolo/Contrasto, photographs two, three, and five by @daveyoder, photograph four by Filippo Monteforte/Getty Images.

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In his final message, Pope Francis called for peace in Gaza and Ukraine, recalling that even in his last moments he chose compassion over division and humanity over politics. The news of his death this morning is heartbreaking. The world didn't just lose a pope, we lost our moral compass in an age starved for empathy. He stood up for the vulnerable, spoke truth to power and reminded us that justice without mercy is no justice at all. May his legacy of peace live on and may his last plea not be ignored by the very leaders who claim to walk in the light. Stay strong, Pope Francis.

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He didn't just lead the Church he touched hearts across the world. Rest in peace, Pope Francis. A true shepherd of humanity.

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As a Muslim, i respect this man, he was a truly admirable priest & a man of good heart

Carolina Argentina
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It didn’t matter what religion you are everybody loved this man

Karola Te
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He was a great Pope. R.I.P 🙏🏼

Lukas
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World has lost one of its role models. Farewell, Papa Francisco 🥲🤍💐

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Peacing out on Easter Sunday is an iconic, goat-level move. RIP to the man 🙏🕊

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Most important he called out injustices and oppression on an international stage. Reminding those who would weaponize Christ that hate is not one of his teachings.

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El mejor Papa de todos, un modelo a seguir, con los votos reales de humildad y bondad ❤️

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May he rest in peace 🕊️

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🤍🙏🏻

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😢I thought I just saw a post of him in the car - popemobile - driving through the crowds in Vatican City for the holiday 🤔🥺?!

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RIP beautiful soul and greatest of all world Leaders 💜✝️💜

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Pope Francis has died at 88 after leading the Catholic faithful since March 2013. During his groundbreaking papacy, he inspired the masses as he challenged the traditions and standards of the Catholic Church, which had lost the trust of many in recent years. His calls for change could be inspiring to many yet divisive to others as he ushered in transformational ideologies and a less formal period for the papacy. Learn more about his legacy at the link in bio. In these images: 2: Pope Francis attends a general audience in Vatican City. His efforts to modernize the Catholic Church made him a "rock star" to many. 3: Pope Francis rides in a popemobile through the crowds in St. Peter's Square. In these visits, he opted to ride in an open vehicle instead of one with protective glass to remain close to people. 4: As COVID-19 gripped the world, Pope Francis prayed with priests moments after offering those listening to “recognize Christ present in our poor and suffering brothers and sisters, to encounter them and to listen to their cry and the cry of the earth that echoes it.” 5: Cell phones and tablets capture a Eucharistic celebration to mark the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patron saint of Mexico. Pope Francis launched the Vatican into the digital age, taking part in numerous online events, as part of his efforts to modernize the Catholic Church. Photograph one by Stefano Dal Pozzolo/Contrasto, photographs two, three, and five by @daveyoder, photograph four by Filippo Monteforte/Getty Images. 

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