US EditionPope Francis remembered: Estimated 25,000 attend first day of public viewing
- Thousands of people, including global dignitaries, began paying respects to Pope Francis at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome starting April 23, 2025.
- This public viewing followed Pope Francis's death on April 21 at age 88.
- The three-day vigil featured his simple wooden casket placed on a ramp, honoring his wish for a simplified papal funeral.
- In the first 8.5 hours, 19,430 mourners paid their final respects inside the basilica.
- Attendees and leaders like Peter Obi reflected on his legacy of service, humility, and advocacy for the poor.
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Pope Francis remembered: Estimated 25,000 attend first day of public viewing
Mourners continue to pay their respects to the late Pope Francis, who passed away Monday morning at the age of 88.The public viewing at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City has become a significant event, attracting an estimated more than 25,000 visitors on its first day alone. RELATED STORY | What's next for the future of the papacy?People from all walks of life have waited for hours to catch a final glimpse of the beloved pontiff, whose influe…
Pope Francis lies in state for a final day - Catholic Canada
(Photo by Antonio Masiello/Getty Images) The post VIDEO: Pope Francis lies in state for a final day first appeared on Catholic Herald. The post VIDEO: Pope Francis lies in state for a final day appeared first on Catholic Herald. Read the Whole Article at https://catholicherald.co.uk/The post VIDEO: Pope Francis lies in state for a final day first appeared on Catholic Canada.The post VIDEO: Pope Francis lies in state for a final day appeared firs…
Peter Obi in Rome For Pope Francis’ Lying-In-State Ceremony
Former Nigeria presidential candidate, Peter Obi has shared his journey to Rome to pay his last respect to Pope Francis who died on Easter Monday at 88.Peter Obi in Rome For Pope Francis' Lying-In-State CeremonySharing this on his social media handle, the once Anambra Governor stated that he joined Francis Cardinal Arinze Global and other mourners to pay his last respect to the pontiff.In his statement titled “Legacy of Light: What Pope Francis …
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