Catholic priest dies after Jesus’ statue falls on him during service
A Catholic priest, identified as Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, has died after a crucifix fell on him while he was celebrating Mass in Ecuador.
Mr Molinari was being live-streamed when the incident occurred on Saturday.
Footage widely shared on social media showed the priest addressing his congregation in Guayaquil before the crucifix fell on him.
In a social media post on Sunday, the Archdiocese of Guayaquil confirmed the death of Mr Molinari.
“We announce that our beloved Fr. Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, CSsR., who served as parish priest of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in the Central Vicariate, has departed for the Father’s House to rejoice in His presence and glory.”
“Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.”
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Catholic priest dies after Jesus’ statue falls on him during service
Mr Molinari was being live-streamed when the incident occurred on Saturday.
