Clare Priest Says Simplicity Of Pope's Funeral A Reflection Of His Humility

“The greatness of Pope Francis lay in its simplicity and humanity,” Prime Minister Dick Schoof said on X after the pope's funeral mass, where he...

I will always remember his humility and simplicity – said his cousin on his mother’s side, Sister Ana Rosa Sivori, a Salesian missionary, after today’s funeral of Pope Francis. She said goodbye to the Holy Father with words he himself often said: “May God bless you and Mary watch over you.” She admitted that the Pope’s death came suddenly and surprised her, because the article The Pope’s cousin on Francis: I will remember his humility and simpli…

A priest from the Belgrade Archdiocese said that the simplified funeral rite of Pope Francis indicates his nature.

VATICAN CITY — After an estimated 250,000 people had passed by the body of Pope Francis, lying in an open casket in front of the main altar in St. Peter's Basilica, the casket was sealed in a private ceremony. Inside the casket was a scroll that summarized the life and ministry of the pope, who died April 21 at the age of 88.It noted how, in Argentina, “he was a simple and well-loved pastor in his archdiocese, traveling far and wide, including b…

As pope's casket is sealed, he is remembered for simplicity, humility - The Record Newspaper

People gather inside St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican April 25, 2025, to view the body of Pope Francis on the last day of public visitation. The pope’s funeral was scheduled for April 26. (CNS photo/Pablo Esparza) By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — After an estimated 250,000 people had passed by the body of Pope Francis, lying in an open casket in front of the main altar in St. Peter’s Basilica, the casket was sealed in a p…

Clare Priest Says Simplicity Of Pope's Funeral A Reflection Of His Humility

A Clare priest says the simple nature of Pope Francis’ funeral and burial is a reflection of the humility he showed during his time as the head of the church. Over 200,000 people are expected to attend the outdoor funeral service at St.Peter’s Square tomorrow morning. His Holiness’ funeral will be celebrated at 9am Irish […] The post Clare Priest Says Simplicity Of Pope’s Funeral A Reflection Of His Humility appeared first on Clare FM.