https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/priest-in-ecuador-dies-after-crucifix-falls-on-him-during-livestreamed-massContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/priest-in-ecuador-dies-after-crucifix-falls-on-him-during-livestreamed-masshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/priest-in-ecuador-dies-after-crucifix-falls-on-him-during-livestreamed-mass#u150268Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:35:31 +0000A 53-year-old Catholic priest in Ecuador died after a massive crucifix crashed down onto him during a livestreamed Mass. Rev. Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was celebrating the service when the heavy structure displayed behind him gave way, striking him in front of worshippers who rushed forward to help. Church officials confirmed the incident, which was captured on video. Just before the accident, the priest had delivered a sermon reflecting on the spontaneity of death. Parishes and communities online have responded to the sudden fatality, which occurred on Saturday, October 17.Why it matt