Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis

For the death of a pope it had never been five days long, and there are no practical reasons to justify it

Period of national mourning declared for Pope Francis

President Marcos has issued a proclamation declaring a period of national mourning over the passing of Pope Francis.

Marcos declares period of National Mourning over Pope Francis passing

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos on Wednesday issued Proclamation 871, declaring a period of National Mourning over the passing of Pope Francis. The declaration is effective immediately and would last until the 88-year-old late pontiff is laid to rest on Saturday, April 26. "Pope Francis holds a special place in the hearts of the Filipino people, particularly for his Apostolic Visit to the Philippines in January 2015, where he of…

Marcos declares period of mourning, flags at half-mast for Pope Francis

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday declared a period of national mourning over the passing of Pope Francis.

Marcos declares 'period of national mourning' over death of Pope Francis

Malacañang on Wednesday announced the declaration of a period of national mourning over the passing of Pope Francis.

Marcos declares national mourning following Pope Francis' death

President Marcos has declared a period of national mourning over the death of Pope Francis.Mark Balmores photosBased on Proclamation No. 871, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on April 23, the mourning period will last until the Pope's burial.During this period, Philippine flags in government buildings and installations worldwide shall be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset."The passing of Pope Francis is a moment of profound so…