Bells toll as Pope Francis' body is transferred to St. Peter's Basilica for 3 days of public viewing
Wednesday, 23 April 2025 () Pope Francis's body was moved to St. Peter's Basilica, with public viewing for three days before Saturday's funeral. Cardinals and Swiss Guards escorted the coffin, as world leaders, including Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, are expected to attend the funeral. The pontiff, who died at 88 after a stroke, lay in state for Vatican residents.
The Vatican has announced the funeral details for Pope Francis, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday at the age of 88 after suffering a Stroke and cardiac arrest. His funeral will take place in St. Peter’s Square on Saturday, with public viewing starting on Wednesday in St. Peter’s Basilica....
Pope Francis' coffin has entered St. Peter’s Basilica, where he will lie in state for three days. The faithful are gathering to pay tribute to the first Latin American pope, who passed away at 88...
Rosary prayer for Pope Francis held at St. Mary Major Basilica in Rome
St. Mary Major is where the late Pope will be buried after his funeral on Saturday.
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Preparations begin for funeral of Pope Francis at St. Mary Major Basilica
In November 2024, Francis reformed the rites to be used for his funeral, simplifying them to emphasise his role as a mere..
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Catholic cardinals performed the ritual ceremony on Wednesday to transfer Pope Francis’ body to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public viewing. FOXNews.com
Wednesday, 23 April 2025 ()
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