The Vatican has announced that the funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, April 26, at 10 a.m. local time in St. Pe ter’s Square, Vatican City. The late pontiff, who passed away on April 21 at the age of 88, will be honored with a solemn ceremony attended by world leaders, religious figures, and mourners from across the globe.
Pope Francis, known for his progressive approach and dedication to social justice, leaves behind a legacy of compassion and reform. His tenure as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church was marked by efforts to modernize the Church, advocate for the marginalized, and address global issues such as climate change and poverty.
The funeral mass will be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals, and will follow the traditional Ordo Exsequiarum Romani Pontificis, the official liturgical text for papal funerals. After the ceremony, Pope Francis’ body will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica before being laid to rest at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a departure from the usual burial site beneath St. Peter’s Basilica.
Mourners will have the opportunity to pay their respects as the Pope’s body lies in state at St. Peter’s Basilica starting Wednesday, April 23. The funeral will be broadcast live on major news networks and Vatican Media, allowing people worldwide to participate in the farewell to one of the most influential religious leaders of the modern era.
Pope Francis’ passing marks the end of an era, but his teachings and humanitarian efforts will continue to inspire generations to come.
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