'A testament to hope': 7 Christian leaders react to death of Pope Francis
1. Franklin Graham
The Rev. Franklin Graham, president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and the Evangelical aid organization Samaritan's Purse, posted his condolences on social media.
"Pope Francis passed away this morning after battling health issues. He was able to have meetings and appear at some of the Vatican's Holy Week observances in just the last couple of days," stated Graham, the son of legendary evangelist Billy Graham.
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"I had the opportunity to meet and talk with him last year when I went to Naples to preach. Pray for the Catholic Church as they begin the process of selecting the next pope."
As part of the post, Graham included a photo of himself shaking hands with the pontiff.
