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Watch live: Pope Francis lying in state at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican
Throngs of mourners are lining St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, whose body is ...
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Who are the many popes not buried in the Vatican?
Various factors are at play when it comes to the decision of a burial place for a pope. Pope Francis has chosen the Basilica ...
LBC7h
Tens of thousands of mourners from around the world gather in Vatican City to pay their respects to the pope
Tens of thousands of mourners have gathered from around the world to pay their respects to Pope Francis. The pope's body was ...
Pontiffs and presidents: White House-Vatican relationship stretches a century, including fighting communism
The White House and Vatican have had a relationship stretching back to at least 1919, and includes Pope John Paul II and ...
Catholic News Agency23h
CNA explains: What happens during the Vatican’s 9 days of mourning for the pope?
Rooted in ancient Christian and Roman customs, the Novendiales is a period of nine consecutive days dedicated to mourning the ...
How Pope Francis’ early life in Argentina shines light on his time in the Vatican
Oscar Crespo was watching TV in his native Buenos Aires when he saw the white smoke appearing above the Sistine Chapel at the ...
The Mirror US on MSN5h
Inside ancient Vatican ritual which takes place after pope dies and how new leader is chosen
Pope Francis, leader of the Catholic Church, passed away on Monday, April 21, at the age of 88, leaving people across the ...
Stars Insider on MSN2h
Discover the masterpiece that is Vatican City
Vatican City is the smallest sovereign state in the world. But within its boundaries can be found a staggering collection of ...