Priest dies after crucifix falls

Ecuador priest Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari died after a large wooden crucifix fell from a wall during a livestreamed Mass.

“All of us are going to die”

Livestreamed Mass video shows accident

A video streamed live to the priest’s Facebook page shows Sánchez Molinari standing in a flower-filled sanctuary framed by a wall mural with a large crucifix.

Priest reflected on mortality before accident

Minutes before the accident, he had reflected on mortality, saying people lose hours to scrolling on phones or watching TV but give too little time to God or loved ones.

“All of us are going to die”

Archdiocese confirms priest’s death

The Archdiocese of Guayaquil confirmed the priest’s death on social media, stating he had 'departed for the Father’s House to rejoice in His presence and glory'.

“departed for the Father’s House to rejoice in His presence and glory”