{"id":25699,"date":"2025-04-21T16:26:03","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T16:26:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=25699"},"modified":"2025-04-21T16:26:03","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T16:26:03","slug":"pope-francis-heartbreaking-last-public-speech-as-he-dies-aged-88","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=25699","title":{"rendered":"Pope Francis’ ‘heartbreaking’ last public speech as he dies aged 88"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Pope Francis’ ‘heartbreaking’ final public address has been praised on social media for being ‘beautifully poetic’.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pope Francis has\u00a0passed away<\/a>\u00a0at the age of 88 years old. His passing was confirmed in a statement released by the Vatican earlier today (April 21).<\/p>\n

Camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell said: “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,\u00a0Francis<\/a>, returned to the home of the Father.<\/p>\n

“His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his\u00a0Church<\/a>. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, courage, and universal love, especially for the poorest and most marginalised.<\/p>\n

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The Pope gave his last public speech on Easter Sunday (Vatican Media via Vatican Pool\/Getty Images)<\/cite><\/div>\n

\u201cWith 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 God, One and Tribune.”<\/p>\n

The Holy Father at the head of the Roman Catholic\u00a0Church<\/a>\u00a0– real name Jorge Mario Bergoglio – gave his final speech just over 24 hours ago in celebration of Easter, addressing the crowds in the\u00a0Vatican’s<\/a>\u00a0St Peter’s Square in a ‘heartbreaking’ speech.<\/p>\n

The Pope appeared on the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica in front of a staggering 35,000+ people.<\/p>\n

He was wheeled out in a wheelchair and helped by aides, who not only adjusted his robes but helped him drink water through a straw, alongside holding a microphone as he addressed the crowds.<\/p>\n

The Pope waved at those below before stating: [Translation] “Dear brothers and sisters, Happy Easter! Blessed be the almighty father and son and holy spirit.<\/p>\n

“I ask the master of ceremonies to read the message.”<\/p>\n

The master of ceremonies then proceeded to read out his full Urbi et Orbi blessing.<\/p>\n

And it’s not taken long for people to flood online to weigh in.<\/p>\n

One\u00a0Twitter<\/a>\u00a0user said: “A heartfelt tribute to a truly inspiring soul – Pope Francis’ legacy of love and service will forever guide humanity.”<\/p>\n

“It\u2019s beautifully poetic he finished this way\u2026” Another added.<\/p>\n

A third commented: “It\u2019s heartbreaking to see him trying his best to convey his Easter Sunday message to worshippers although he was obviously very weak May he rest in peace.”<\/p>\n

Pope Francis’ final public address followed his final post to Twitter which echoed: “Christ is risen! These words capture the entire meaning of our existence, for we were not made for death but for life.”<\/p>\n

If you have experienced a bereavement and would like to speak with someone in confidence, contact\u00a0<\/em>GrieveWell<\/em><\/a>\u00a0on (734) 975-0238, or email\u00a0info@grievewell.com.<\/em><\/p>\n

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