00:00The greatest hope. That's how President Ferdinand R. Marcus Jr. described Pope Francis,
00:05who passed away yesterday at the age of 88. The chief executive emphasized that Pope Francis'
00:11leadership was extraordinary, making his passing a deeply saddening moment for the world. He also
00:17said that the entire nation mourns the death of a pillar of the Catholic Church. According to the
00:23president, Pope Francis led with deep faith and humility, guiding the church with wisdom and a
00:28heart open to everyone, especially the poor. He taught what it truly means to be a good
00:34Christian, spreading kindness and compassion, which drew many people back to the faith. For
00:39First Lady Lisa Marcos, meeting the Pope in person was a blessing she will carry with her forever.
00:45She also offered a prayer for his eternal peace and expressed gratitude for his role as a beacon
00:50of light in these challenging times.
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