Catholic priest killed by falling cross during livestreamed Mass in Ecuador
The archdiocese said the priest died after the crucifix fell, and footage showed worshippers calling for help as the livestream continued.
- On Saturday, Father Patricio Alfredo Sanchez Molinari, parish priest of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Guayaquil, Ecuador, died after a massive crucifix fell and struck him on the head during Mass.
- The incident occurred about 27 minutes into the ceremony, as thousands watched via livestream; footage of the structure leaning away from the wall and crashing onto the altar circulated widely on social media.
- Emergency responders arrived swiftly, but medical services could not save the priest. In the video, one attendee can be heard shouting, "Father, Father... call an ambulance!" after the terrible blow.
- On Sunday, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Guayaquil confirmed the death in a social media post, stating the priest "has departed for the Fathers House to rejoice in His presence and glory."
- As a member of the Redemptorist order serving in the Central Vicariate, Father Molinari's death prompted the Archdiocese to express solidarity with the Perpetuo Socorro Church community, relatives, and friends.
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In Ecuador, a cross that fell during mass killed a Catholic priest. A large wooden cross hung over an altar in a church in the city of Guayaquil and fell directly on the priest's head on Saturday evening (local time). This can be seen in the video material.
In the middle of a mass in a church in Ecuador, a falling wooden cross hit the priest – he died in the process. The accident happened in front of the camera, because the service was broadcast live.
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