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Gaza's small Catholic community is mourning the death of Pope Francis, who maintained near-daily contact with them throughout 18 months of conflict. The Pope, who spoke to parishioners in Arabic and Italian, regularly checked on their well-being, offering comfort and support. Father Gabriel Romanelli and George Anton described the Pope's calls as a lifeline during difficult times, characterized by bombings and displacement. Now feeling orphaned, they express their profound loss of this unique source of comfort and encouragement.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.