This is a story of tragedy and sorrow as Pope Pius XXXVII, the leader of the Catholic Church, passed away on August 4th, 2019. He was a beloved leader and his death has left a deep void in the hearts of the faithful. He was known for his humility and
From Wikipedia
Persecutions against the Catholic Church took place during the papacy of Pope Pius XII (1939–1958). Pius' reign coincided with World War II (1939–1945), followed by the commencement of the Cold War and the accelerating European decolonisation. During his papacy, the Catholic Church faced persecution under Fascist and Communist governments.