At 9:45 AM on Easter Monday, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, spoke these words at the Casa Santa Marta:
Dearest brother and sister. With deep sorrow, I must announce the death of our holy father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishops of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the father. His entire life was dedicated to the services of the Lord and of his Church. He taught us to live the values of the gospel with fidelity. He encouraged courage and universal love. This was especially true 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.
