🕊️ Remembering Pope Francis (1936–2025) – A Legacy of Compassion and Reform

The world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, who died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta. His death followed a prolonged battle with double pneumonia.

✝️ A Pontiff of Firsts

First Jesuit Pope

First Latin American Pontiff

First Non-European Pope in Over a Millennium

Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, he ascended to the papacy in March 2013, succeeding Pope Benedict XVI. His tenure was marked by humility, choosing to reside in the modest Casa Santa Marta instead of the Apostolic Palace. ​

🌍 Champion of the Marginalized

Pope Francis was renowned for his advocacy on global issues:

Social Justice: Supported same-sex civil unions and condemned the treatment of Indigenous students in Canadian church-run schools as "genocide."

Climate Change: Raised concerns about environmental degradation.​

Church Reforms: Addressed institutional issues, including clergy sexual abuse cover-ups.

💬 Views on Cryptocurrency

While Pope Francis did not directly comment on cryptocurrencies, his teachings emphasized ethical considerations in finance:​

Money's Role: Asserted that “money has to serve, not to rule,” highlighting the moral responsibilities tied to financial systems.

Vatican's Stance: The Vatican urged international regulation of cryptocurrencies, especially due to concerns about their use in illicit activities like migrant smuggling.

🕯️ Final Farewell

Pope Francis passed away at 7:35 AM on Easter Monday. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced his death, praising his unwavering commitment to the Gospel and service to the marginalized.

May his legacy inspire continued compassion and reform within the Church and beyond #rip