Ecuador news: Priest dies after crucifix falls on him during livestreamed mass
Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was leading a sermon on the importance of dedicating time to God and loved ones
TL;DR
- Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari died after a large crucifix fell on him during a livestreamed Mass in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
- The incident occurred while the priest was addressing his congregation, and the cause of the crucifix's collapse is unknown.
- The Archdiocese of Guayaquil confirmed his death and stated he was the parish priest of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church.
- Father Molinari's last sermon focused on the importance of dedicating time to God and loved ones over work and financial worries.
- Details about structural damage or faulty fittings contributing to the incident have not been officially released.