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Pope Francis reached out to migrants and the LGBTQ+ community, but also drew unusual opposition
Pope Francis was the first pope from the Americas, the first Jesuit pontiff and the first to take the name of Francis, after ...
Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis, the first pope from South America, died today at 7:35 a.m. Rome time, a day after giving the Easter blessing at ...
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What happens during the nine days of mourning as Pope Francis has died
The Pope’s death will automatically trigger a nine-day mourning period known as the Novendiale and, during this time, daily ...
Where the Pope Will Be Lying in State—and How He Broke With Tradition
Hundreds of thousands are expected to pay their respects to Pope Francis as he lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. In the past, the pope's body was placed on a raised platform ...
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Pope Francis dead at 88, Vatican announces
Francis died at 7:35 a.m. on Monday, April 21, U.S. Cardinal Kevin J. Farrell said in a video announcement broadcast from the Vatican.
Pope Francis dies: World leaders mourn demise of Catholic Church head, Israel calls him ‘man of deep faith’
A day before his death, Pope Francis waved to Easter crowds from St. Peter's Basilica balcony, despite still recovering from ...
U.S. Vice President attends service in St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican
US Vice President JD Vance, a Catholic convert, attended Good Friday services with his wife and three children at St. Peter’s ...
Easter 2025: From Vatican City to Ukraine; here’s how Christians celebrated resurrection of Jesus Christ
Pope Francis made a joyful appearance in St. Peter’s Square, riding in his popemobile and blessing a cheering crowd of 35,000 ...