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Pope Francis' final farewell: A huge funeral, a humble burial. Live updates
Pope Francis, the pontiff whose acts of love and humility rippled through his papacy, was laid to rest in a service he ...
Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral and last popemobile ride
World leaders and rank-and-file Catholic faithful have said farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral that highlighted his ...
A simple ceremony and a powerful homily: Pope Francis funeral held a moral mirror to modern politics
Even in death, Pope Francis’ moral voice rang out across the world. With 40,000 packed into Vatican City’s St. Peter’s Square ...
The pope wanted a 'small' funeral. He's getting fighter jets and drone-busters
Security experts say the operation to secure Pope Francis' funeral will be anything but uncomplicated and straightforward.
‘He Was Like Family’: Faithful Descend on St. Peter’s Square for Pope’s Funeral
Cardinals, royals and heads of state attended. But many mourners, some of whom slept on the streets overnight, said they came ...
World leaders and mourners of the Catholic faith gather in Vatican City for Pope Francis' funeral
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025. Many world leaders are expected to attend his funeral in Vatican City, including ...
Sacramento Bishop Jaime Soto reflects on Pope Francis’ legacy after his death
Sacramento Bishop Jaime Soto said that, like other Catholics around the world, he’ll be praying as cardinals from around the ...
The path to picking a new pope -- and what role California will play
Pope Francis' funeral is set for Saturday, and during the official nine days of mourning the College of Cardinals assembles ...