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World Leaders and Activists Gather in Rome for Pope Francis's Funeral
At least 130 foreign delegations and an estimated 200,000 pilgrims to descend on St Peter's Square on Saturday ...
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In Their Hour of Need: Impactful Encounters with Pope Francis
The late pontiff embraced those traditionally on the margins of the church and society. Here, some of those he met describe his impact ...
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Pope Francis' Peaceful Passing: Vatican Reveals Details
Hundreds of thousands of mourners have lined up to pay their respects and bid farewell to Pope Francis ahead of the Holy Father's funeral on Saturday, April 26. ...
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Pope Francis' Funeral Security Challenges Revealed
Pope Francis specified in his last wishes he wanted a "simple" funeral "without particular decoration." This was in keeping with his aim during his papacy to eschew formalities and bring the Roman Catholic Church closer to the people. ...
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Pope Francis' Unconventional Funeral Plans
Updated on: April 25, 2025 / 8:43 PM EDT / CBS News ...
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Where to Watch Pope Francis' Funeral Procession Live Online
Updated on: April 26, 2025 / 2:00 AM EDT / CBS News ...
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Pope Francis' Final Resting Place: Inside the Basilica of St. Mary Major
Pope Francis greets participants to the Living Nativity Scene at the Basilica of St. Mary Major on December 14, 2024 in Rome, Italy. He will be laid to rest in the Basilica after his funeral in the Vatican on Saturday. ...
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Pope Francis Chooses Unique Burial Place Outside Vatican
Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday, has decided to depart from tradition by selecting a different location for his burial - opting for a bright basilica instead of the Vatican grottoes. ...
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The Mysterious Connection of Pope Francis' Soccer Club Card
Pope Francis never returned to his native Argentina after he became head of the Roman Catholic Church. But some of the faithful here believe he sent a final message home, in the unlikeliest but perhaps most appropriate of ways. ...
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World Mourns Pope Francis at Funeral Mass in Vatican City
Throngs of mourners are gathering in Vatican City and lining the streets of Rome on Saturday to give a final send-off to Pope Francis, who will be remembered as a champion of migrants and the poor, and for his efforts to reshape the Catholic Churc...
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