Catholic churches like Schuster’s will now wrap the doors in black bunting to commemorate the Pope’s passing per tradition. More than 4,600 miles away, the Associated Press reports that Pope Francis’ body will remain in the chapel for a few days before a public viewing in St. Peter’s Basilica occurs. Headed by Cardinal Joseph Farrell, the Vatican’s camerlengo, a funeral and a conclave will take place to decide who will succeed Pope Francis as the Pope.
Pope Francis passes away
A day after celebrating Easter with thousands of followers in Vatican City, Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 on Monday. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Argentina, Pope Francis took on pontiff duties following the retirement of Pope Benedict in 2013. World leaders took turns Monday morning to mourn the Catholic leader, praising his efforts to reach those less fortunate, no matter their beliefs. Pope Francis had been in and out of the hospital this year due to his struggles with a case of double pneumonia and mild kidney failure. Back in February, when church leaders worldwide thought Pope Francis’ passing was imminent, Father Dan Schuster of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Casco said the word “mercy” came to mind.
Catholic churches like Schuster’s will now wrap the doors in black bunting to commemorate the Pope’s passing per tradition. More than 4,600 miles away, the Associated Press reports that Pope Francis’ body will remain in the chapel for a few days before a public viewing in St. Peter’s Basilica occurs. Headed by Cardinal Joseph Farrell, the Vatican’s camerlengo, a funeral and a conclave will take place to decide who will succeed Pope Francis as the Pope.
Catholic churches like Schuster’s will now wrap the doors in black bunting to commemorate the Pope’s passing per tradition. More than 4,600 miles away, the Associated Press reports that Pope Francis’ body will remain in the chapel for a few days before a public viewing in St. Peter’s Basilica occurs. Headed by Cardinal Joseph Farrell, the Vatican’s camerlengo, a funeral and a conclave will take place to decide who will succeed Pope Francis as the Pope.
