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Pope Francis' funeral: Donald Trump, Prince William among world leaders attending

His memorial service is set for Saturday morning at 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. ET) and his body will be buried at Rome's Basilica of Saint Mary Major in a simple wooden casket, per his request.

CBS News on MSN · 1h

How to watch Pope Francis' funeral procession as world mourns Vatican leader

Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday at an ancient church in Rome following a funeral Mass at the Vatican. Here's what to know and how to watch.

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The Washington Post on MSN · 3h

Live updates: Trump heading to Rome to join dozens of world leaders at funeral for Pope Francis

President Donald Trump is heading to Rome on Friday to attend the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday. The trip provides an opportunity for impromptu diplomacy, as dozens of other heads of state and government are slated to attend,

Pope Francis lies in state in St. Peter’s Basilica

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Pope Francis live updates: About 90,000 have visited St. Peter's Basilica

As of Thursday evening, about 90,000 people have visited St. Peter’s Basilica to pay homage to Pope Francis, the Vatican press office said. People will be able to pay their respects to Francis through Friday.

Associated Press · 1d

Pope Francis lies in state at St. Peter’s Basilica

Pope Francis' body is being moved to St. Peter's Basilica for public viewing. Cardinals announced his funeral will be Saturday, and he will be buried at St. Mary Major Basilica.

The New York Times · 1d

What to Know About Pope Francis’ Funeral Arrangements

Contrary to his doctors’ orders to stay essentially isolated in his Vatican residence to recover, the pope resumed a limited schedule after his release from the hospital. A day

Pope Francis, Catholic Church

The Wall Street Journal on MSN · 1h

Pope’s Mourners See His Death as Crossroads for Catholic Church

As tens of thousands of Catholics wait in hourslong lines to pay their respects to Pope Francis, many are debating the direction of the church.

CBS News on MSN · 3d

Looking back at Pope Francis' legacy and impact on the Catholic Church

A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.

Smithsonian Magazine on MSN · 4d

Five Ways Pope Francis, Religious Leader Who Pushed to Modernize the Catholic Church, Was a Man of Firsts

The pontiff, who died on Easter Monday at age 88, strived to make the church more inclusive. But critics believed his reforms either went too far or not far enough

The ‘destiny’ hidden in Pope Francis’ soccer club card

Before he was Pope, Jorge Bergoglio was member 88235 of his beloved San Lorenzo soccer club. Now fans in Buenos Aires see a ...

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'He made Catholicism cool again.' SoCal's Catholic leaders reflect on Pope Francis' impact

By prioritizing the environment, championing the poor and striking a more welcoming tone with LGBTQ Catholics, Pope Francis ...

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Mass held for 'pope for the people,' Pope Francis, at St. Mary's Basilica in Phoenix

Jeff Scoby was among the faithful gathered the evening of April 22 to pray over the soul of Pope Francis as the day’s last ...

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Pope Francis sought to make LGBTQ+ people more welcome, but church doctrine didn't change much

The papacy of Pope Francis ended with the same core doctrine for LGBTQ+ people that he inherited: The Catholic Church still ...

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‘Profound and lasting impact’: Fresno diocese issues protocols after death of Pope Francis

Bishop Joseph Brennan of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fresno, which includes parishes in Tulare County, joined in mourning ...

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The abuse crisis is still roiling the Catholic Church

Pope Francis took steps to address abuse. But cases continue to emerge, especially in Africa and Asia, with the potential to ...

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5 quotes from Cardinal Robert Sarah, a favorite among conservatives to succeed Pope Francis

Conservatives cite Cardinal Robert Sarah's comments on defying woke gender ideology and remembering the West's Christian ...

Did Pope Francis impact Oklahoma? Just look at Blessed Stanley Rother's path to sainthood, shrine

Pope Francis made an impact on Oklahoma, from Okarche to Oklahoma City to Tulsa. Here are some ways his papal ministry ...

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