Breaking: Pope Francis, charismatic reformer and disruptor, dies at 88

Breaking: Pope Francis has died Pope Francis, a reformer who sought to provoke dialogue on the future of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88. For in-depth coverage of Pope Francis’ life and legacy, including photos and reflections from RNS columnists and contributors, visit the links below. Pope Francis, charismatic reformer and disruptor, dies at 88 Read more Here’s what happens after a pope dies Read more Pope Francis: An appreciation Read more Pope Francis, in pictures View the full gallery