His Holiness Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, passed away on the morning of Monday, April 21, at the age of 88, according to an official statement from the Vatican.

Pope Francis’s health had been severely deteriorating for several months due to a serious lung illness, along with undergoing multiple surgeries.

Before his passing, he wrote the foreword to a book being compiled by Don Tommaso Giannuzzi, titled “The Prophet of Hope.” In it, the Pope wrote that hope always opens a window to provide clarity for the Christian faithful throughout the ages.

He also emphasized that grace is the source that allows every man and woman not to overstep the bounds of humanity, while hope is life itself. Hope lives on, giving meaning to the journey in search of purpose, and inspiring the essence of humanity’s priorities.

Don Bosco Cambodia deeply mourns the sad news of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.

He was a great spiritual leader who brought hope, peace, and love to the world. May the memory of his love and inspiration continue to shine through future generations. His life and mission will forever remain in our hearts.

We pray that the Lord grants his pure soul eternal peace.