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Priest dies after crucifix falls during livestreamed Mass
Ecuador priest killed by falling crucifix moments after sermon on life's fleeting nature.
In brief
Ecuador priest killed by falling crucifix moments after sermon on life's fleeting nature. Ecuador priest Father Patricio Sánchez Molinari died after a crucifix fell on him during livestreamed Mass while he was speaking about life's transience. Originally reported by New York Post.
Priest gives sermon on life's transience
Father Patricio Sánchez Molinari delivered a sermon about life's fleeting nature just before the crucifix fell on him during livestreamed Mass.
“One day, all of us here will also die, and sometimes the time we’ve spent on things doesn’t have as much meaning as the time we spend with God”
Crucifix falls during Mass
The heavy crucifix detached from the wall and landed on the priest as he prayed, killing him instantly.
Priest confirmed dead
First responders declared Father Patricio Sánchez Molinari dead that same day after the incident occurred in Ecuador.
The big picture
Ecuador priest Father Patricio Sánchez Molinari died after a crucifix fell on him during livestreamed Mass while he was speaking about life's transience.
