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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died at the age of 88 on Monday, April 21.
The Vatican is now preparing for the papal funeral and the election of the next pope.
Bookmark this page for live updates on the days of mourning, public viewing schedule, and what will happen next after the death of the well-loved Pope.
LATEST UPDATES
Watch: Cardinal David delivers homily in Mass for Pope Francis
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, bishop of Kalookan, delivers the homily during the Mass for Pope Francis at San Roque Cathedral on Tuesday, April 22.
Pope Francis’ body transferred to Saint Peter’s Basilica
The coffin bearing Pope Francis’ body is transferred to Saint Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, on Wednesday, April 23.
LIVESTREAM: Pope Francis’ coffin in grand procession to Saint Peter’s Basilica
The body of Pope Francis is set to be taken from the chapel of the Vatican residence where he lived to Saint Peter’s Square and eventually the Basilica, entering through the central door, in a grand procession starting at 9 am (3 pm Manila time). After a religious service, the faithful and the general public will be allowed to visit the late pontiff until 7 pm on Friday, April 25.
His funeral is scheduled for Saturday, April 26.
[WATCH] Remembering Pope Francis: Palo Kids Choir
The Palo Kids Choir sang for Pope Francis during his 2015 visit to Leyte.
WATCH: Cardinal Ambo David pays tribute to the late Pope Francis
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, bishop of Kalookan, pays tribute to the late Pope Francis during a Mass on Tuesday, April 22, at the San Roque Cathedral.
David is one of the 135 cardinal electors who will join the conclave at the Vatican.
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