Cardinals to set date for Pope Francis' funeral at Vatican
The Vatican is preparing to announce the date of Pope Francis' funeral and the display of his coffin in St. Peter's Basilica. Decisions will be made after the cardinals meet in a congregation on Tuesday.
Key information
- The Vatican will announce the date of Pope Francis' funeral after the cardinals convene on Tuesday.
- The pope's coffin will be displayed in St. Peter's Basilica.
- The funeral is expected to take place between Friday and Sunday.
Intense preparations are underway in the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral. On Tuesday, the cardinals will gather for a congregation to decide on the display of the pope's body in St. Peter's Basilica and set the funeral date.
The cardinals' congregation
The first general congregation of cardinals will be held on Tuesday in the Synod Hall. It will include cardinals from the Roman Curia, Rome, Italy, as well as those who can arrive from other parts of the world. This meeting will be crucial for making key decisions regarding the vacancy in the Holy See.
Coffin display and funeral
The coffin with Pope Francis' body will be moved to St. Peter's Basilica on Wednesday. The faithful will be able to pay their respects for three days.
Pope Francis' will
In his will, Pope Francis expressed a desire to be buried in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome. He wished for a simple grave with the inscription "Franciscus". The cause of his death was attributed to a stroke, coma, and cardiac collapse.
After Pope Francis' funeral, the Vatican is preparing for a conclave, which according to unofficial reports, is expected to take place between May 5 and 10. The cardinals will discuss the challenges facing the Church and the election of a new pope.
