Today’s episode of Gibraltar Today was recorded live from Lourdes Chapel at the Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned following the death of Pope Francis. Locals have been gathering there to sign a book of condolences which will be sent to the Vatican.

The Chief Minister visited Pope Francis twice and described how his humility has touched so many around the world. The pontiff had told Fabian Picardo his hopes for a treaty deal to be struck for the sake of local working families.

We spoke to churchgoers Joe and Brenda Cortes who attended a special mass held earlier in the day for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis. They told us the impact that he had on them as worshipers.

John Collado was at the Cathedral to sign the book of condolences and spoke of how Pope Francis was a champion of peace, and how he took on the challenges faced in the world today.

Kevin Ruiz has been on Main Street and noticed how everyone he spoke to highlighted how unique Pope Francis’ pontificate has been, and hopeful that the Church will continue the work that he started.

Bishop Carmel Zammit reflected on how special Pope Francis was to receive so much coverage around the world. He described him as a unique pope who was humble, yet passionate.

The Dean of the Anglican Church in Gibraltar gave us his thoughts on the passing of Pope Francis. He spoke about the unique relationship on the Rock across different Christian denominations as well as other faiths.

And, Celia Fernandez of Elite Travel told us how many Gibraltarians would have been travelling when they heard the news about the pontiff’s passing. 

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