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Huge Crowds Pack Vatican To Catch Last Glimpse Of Pope Ahead Of Funeral
Tens of thousands of people flocked to the Vatican Friday for a last glimpse of Pope Francis's open coffin, as world leaders and other guests began arriving for his funeral.
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Sister Genevieve, French Nun Who Broke Protocol To See Pope's Body
Images of Sister Genevieve's slight frame, standing in solemn prayer just feet from Pope Francis's body, were beamed around the world.
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Why Pope Francis Never Visited Homeland Argentina During His 12-Year Papacy
Last year, Pope Francis expressed a desire to visit Argentina but was worried about the political implications
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Pope Francis' Death: What We Know So Far
Pope Francis died of a stroke on Monday at the Vatican aged 88.His funeral is to be held Saturday in the presence of worshippers and dignitaries before a conclave of cardinals is convened to elect a successor.
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"Carried Friendly Exchanges": China Condoles Death Of Pope Francis
The Vatican on Monday announced the death of the 88-year-old pontiff, who inspired devotion but riled traditionalists during 12 years leading the Catholic Church.
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Pope, Exhausted And Weak, Pulled Off A Surprise On His Last Outing
Pope Francis looked visibly drained when he drove around St Peter's Square in his popemobile on Easter Sunday, cheered by a rapt crowd in what became his final public appearance.
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Trump, Zelensky: World Leaders Who Will Attend Pope Francis' Funeral
Tributes have poured in from around the globe for Pope Francis, a liberal reformer who took over following the resignation of German theologian Benedict XVI in 2013.
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Benedict IX: The Youngest Pope In History And The Turmoil That Followed
The Catholic Church is in mourning following the death of Pope Francis. As is customary, with the death of a pope, the process of selecting a new leader for the Church is already underway.
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Why Pope Francis Named Himself After Italian Saint St Francis of Assisi
When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became pope in 2013, he chose a name no pontiff had ever taken: Francis. It was inspired by St Francis of Assisi - the saint of the poor, the humble and the earth.
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When World Held Its Breath: The Grey Smoke That Shrouded 2005 Pope Election
During the 2005 papal conclave, a grey smoke signal from the Sistine Chapel left thousands of onlookers around the world confused about whether a new pope had been elected.
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Pope Francis Death: When The Papacy Was Shifted From Vatican To France
Pope Francis never liked grand titles. He called himself the Bishop of Rome, not the ruler of Vatican City. He carried his own bag, wore simple shoes and asked for prayers more often than he gave blessings
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The Pope Who Wasn't There: Benedict's Triple Papacy
Benedict IX, a pope in the 11th century, holds the rare distinction of becoming a pope three times, selling the papacy, being deposed, reinstated, and eventually excommunicated.
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3-Year Conclave: When Romans Locked In Cardinals Amid Delay In Electing Pope
After Pope Clement IV's death in 1268, the papal election stalled for nearly three years as cardinals, divided by French and Italian loyalties, failed to choose a successor.
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Pope Francis Died Of Stroke And Subsequent Heart Failure, Says Vatican
Pope Francis died Monday at age 88. History's first Latin American pontiff charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated many conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change.
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Pope Francis Set A Number Of Records - A Look At His Legacy In Stats
Pope Francis, who died today at the age of 88, was known as the "People's Pope". He was the first from Latin America to rise to the papacy.
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Huge Crowds Pack Vatican To Catch Last Glimpse Of Pope Ahead Of Funeral
Tens of thousands of people flocked to the Vatican Friday for a last glimpse of Pope Francis's open coffin, as world leaders and other guests began arriving for his funeral.
-
Sister Genevieve, French Nun Who Broke Protocol To See Pope's Body
Images of Sister Genevieve's slight frame, standing in solemn prayer just feet from Pope Francis's body, were beamed around the world.
-
Why Pope Francis Never Visited Homeland Argentina During His 12-Year Papacy
Last year, Pope Francis expressed a desire to visit Argentina but was worried about the political implications
-
Pope Francis' Death: What We Know So Far
Pope Francis died of a stroke on Monday at the Vatican aged 88.His funeral is to be held Saturday in the presence of worshippers and dignitaries before a conclave of cardinals is convened to elect a successor.
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"Carried Friendly Exchanges": China Condoles Death Of Pope Francis
The Vatican on Monday announced the death of the 88-year-old pontiff, who inspired devotion but riled traditionalists during 12 years leading the Catholic Church.
-
Pope, Exhausted And Weak, Pulled Off A Surprise On His Last Outing
Pope Francis looked visibly drained when he drove around St Peter's Square in his popemobile on Easter Sunday, cheered by a rapt crowd in what became his final public appearance.
-
Trump, Zelensky: World Leaders Who Will Attend Pope Francis' Funeral
Tributes have poured in from around the globe for Pope Francis, a liberal reformer who took over following the resignation of German theologian Benedict XVI in 2013.
-
Benedict IX: The Youngest Pope In History And The Turmoil That Followed
The Catholic Church is in mourning following the death of Pope Francis. As is customary, with the death of a pope, the process of selecting a new leader for the Church is already underway.
-
Why Pope Francis Named Himself After Italian Saint St Francis of Assisi
When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became pope in 2013, he chose a name no pontiff had ever taken: Francis. It was inspired by St Francis of Assisi - the saint of the poor, the humble and the earth.
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When World Held Its Breath: The Grey Smoke That Shrouded 2005 Pope Election
During the 2005 papal conclave, a grey smoke signal from the Sistine Chapel left thousands of onlookers around the world confused about whether a new pope had been elected.
-
Pope Francis Death: When The Papacy Was Shifted From Vatican To France
Pope Francis never liked grand titles. He called himself the Bishop of Rome, not the ruler of Vatican City. He carried his own bag, wore simple shoes and asked for prayers more often than he gave blessings
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The Pope Who Wasn't There: Benedict's Triple Papacy
Benedict IX, a pope in the 11th century, holds the rare distinction of becoming a pope three times, selling the papacy, being deposed, reinstated, and eventually excommunicated.
-
3-Year Conclave: When Romans Locked In Cardinals Amid Delay In Electing Pope
After Pope Clement IV's death in 1268, the papal election stalled for nearly three years as cardinals, divided by French and Italian loyalties, failed to choose a successor.
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Pope Francis Died Of Stroke And Subsequent Heart Failure, Says Vatican
Pope Francis died Monday at age 88. History's first Latin American pontiff charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated many conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change.
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Pope Francis Set A Number Of Records - A Look At His Legacy In Stats
Pope Francis, who died today at the age of 88, was known as the "People's Pope". He was the first from Latin America to rise to the papacy.
