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Remembering Pope Francis: A Legacy of Faith, Leadership, and Possibility

Pope Francis tours the crowd at the end of the Easter mass in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Sunday, April 20, 2025. Francis died Monday, April 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)
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Pope Francis tours the crowd at the end of the Easter mass in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Sunday, April 20, 2025. Francis died Monday, April 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88. According to the Vatican, he suffered a stroke that led to a coma and ultimately heart failure. His passing occurred as he was recovering from a five-week hospital stay due to double pneumonia.

Rev. Dr. Alvin Hathaway, President & CEO of Beloved Community Services Corporation and retired pastor of Union Baptist Church, joins Dr. Kaye to reflect on the life and legacy of Pope Francis. Rev. Hathaway, who was honored to have had a personal audience with the Pontiff and to stay in his private residence, shares his thoughts on the Pope's lasting impact. He also expresses his belief that the next pope could be a person of color.