Pope Francis, Dead at 88.

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Pope Francis, Dead at 88.

BREAKING: Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church since 2013 and a widely revered figure has died at 88. The Pope had been out in recovery in recent weeks he'd after spending over a month in hospital for bronchitis. The Vatican announced in a statement, "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love of the One and Triune God."