Prominent individuals from East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire have delivered heartfelt tributes in the wake of Pope Francis’s death, officially announced by the Vatican on Monday morning. Even after a recent hospital discharge, the Pope managed to make his last appearance at an Easter Sunday service, a testament to his unwavering commitment. Sir Edward Leigh, MP for Gainsborough and co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the Holy See, lauded the Pope’s kindness and humility. Recollecting his encounters with the Pope, Sir Edward highlighted his resolve to lead a simple life, and his strides to bring a touch of humanity to the papacy through modest living. Canon David Grant, Dean of Hull and East Yorkshire, warmly reminisced about the Pope’s affability and wit during a visit to Rome in 2021, emphasising his rapport with students, backed by his past as an educator. The Pontiff’s legacy is regarded as one of humility and dedication, all while upholding the Church’s fundamental teachings.
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