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After the death of Pope Francis, in Guatemala there are various commemorations in honor of the Holy Father.
The Franscico Pope was characterized by his proximity to the faithful Catholics. (Free Press Photo: EFE)
He Pope Francis He died this April 21, 2025, as announced by the Vatican. According to official information, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, prefect of the Dicasterio for the laity, the family and life, confirmed the news at dawn.
To honor your memory, the Guatemala Metropolitan Cathedral offered 88 Redobles de Campanasas part of the commemorative activities that will take place during this April 21.
According to tradition, The 88 Redobles Campanarios represent the years of life of the Holy Father.
In addition, Various Catholic churches will celebrate Eucharistas in honor of Pope Franciswhose secular name was Jorge Mario Bergoglio. In the morning the first liturgies were carried out in the country.
In addition, the Guatemala flag was placed at half -mast as mourning symbol For the death of pontiffprotocol that was also replicated in the National Palace of Culture.
Who was Pope Francis?
He Pope Francis It will go down in history as the first Latin American pontiff. He was born on December 17, 1936 in Argentina. According to the international press, He will be remembered for his proximity, his persistent defense of human dignity and his commitment to peaceamong other qualities that recall thousands of faithful Catholics in Guatemala and in the world.
According to El Vaticano information, The cause of his death was a cerebral stroke and an irreversible cardiovascular collapse.
After knowing the news of his death, the Episcopal Conference of Argentina highlighted his legacy and his commitment to the poorest: “Francisco taught us to live with faith and realism,” they said in publications made in X.
The president of @Episcopoldarg He highlighted the legacy of closeness, mercy and commitment to the poorest of the #Papafrancisco. “He was a deeply human pastor and that’s why Christian,” he said @Marcelodcolombo#VATICANNEWS #Communication #Ceahttps://t.co/vlijmsd4ni
– Argentine Episcopal Conference (@Episcopoperg) April 21, 2025
