The last moments of Pope Francis – What happens before the funeral, when is a new Pope elected

On Saturday at St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis’ funeral will be held, as confirmed by the Vatican, and hundreds of thousands are expected to attend. The leader of the Catholic Church died of a stroke on Monday, at the age of 88, less than 24 hours after leading an Easter speech. His health was bad, as he recently fought with double pneumonia. Many world leaders and kings – including Donald Trump, Kir Starmer, the Prince of Wales and the Brazilian president, where the largest Catholic population in the world lives – have confirmed their presence. Thousands of mourning have already flocked to the Vatican, with flowers, crosses and candles and reciting prayers. On Tuesday, the Vatican released more details about the last 24 hours of the Pope. Franciscus, who had recently spent five weeks in the hospital, was slightly anxious for his appearance on the balcony on Sunday. “Do you think I can do that?” […]
Source: News Beast

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