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Tens of thousands of pilgrims flock to Rome ahead of Pope's funeral on Saturday
As we've been reporting, a rosary prayer was held earlier in St Peter's Square this evening to mark Pope Francis's death. The ...
Plans change as Philadelphia-area residents travel to Rome to pay respects to Pope Francis
The death of Pope Francis has impacted travel plans for many members of the religious community who were scheduled to visit ...
Pope Francis’ Funeral Set for Saturday as Global Media Outlets Descend Upon Rome
The Vatican has set Pope Francis' funeral for Saturday, as global media outlets descend upon Rome where millions of mourners ...
Pope’s Funeral to Take Place on April 26 in Rome, Holy See Says
The funeral of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, will take place on Saturday morning, the Holy See ...
Pope’s Will Says He Wants to Be Buried in a Simple Tomb in Rome
Pope Francis stipulated that he be laid to rest at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major, where seven other popes are buried.
'Make a mess': A Cincinnati priest reflects on his time in Rome with Pope Francis
The Rev. Dan Hess, who studied in Rome while Pope Francis began his papacy, described the pope's call to shake things up as ...
Bears name T.J. Edwards, Rome Odunze recipients of Brian Piccolo Award
The Bears recognized one veteran (T.J. Edwards) and one rookie (Rome Odunze) as recipients for the 2025 Brian Piccolo Award.
From Buenos Aires to Rome: Key Dates in the Life of Pope Francis
FILE - Argentine Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio, who chose the name of Pope Francis, waves to the crowd from the central balcony of ...
Simon Calder: What to expect visiting Rome and the Vatican after Pope Francis’ death
Pilgrims from around the world are expected to flock to the Vatican for Pope Francis’ funeral, following his death aged 88 on ...