Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis, who made a brief Easter appearance Sunday, died at the Vatican early Monday, officials said. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, an American of Irish origins, becomes the Vatican's de facto administrator after the pope's death -- until a new leader is chosen.
World leaders are praising the legacy of the pontiff, the second-oldest pope in modern history. “From Buenos Aires to Rome, Pope Francis wanted the Church to bring joy and hope to the poorest,” French President Emmanuel Macron said.
At issue will be whether Francis's inclusive focus will continue or the church will return to a more traditional type of leadership. As pontiff, Francis defended the marginalized and clashed with traditionalists.
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POPE: Francis dies at age 88
Pope Francis, who made a brief Easter appearance Sunday, died at the Vatican early Monday, officials said. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, an American of Irish origins, becomes the Vatican's de facto administrator after the pope's death -- until a new leader is chosen. At issue will be whether Francis's inclusive focus will continue or the church will return to a more traditional type of leadership.
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