Vatican shares first images of Pope Francis in repose; he will have a modest burial at St Mary Major.
The Vatican has unveiled the first photo and video of Pope Francis lying in repose, adorned in red liturgical vestments. The 88-year-old pontiff passed away due to a
The Vatican has unveiled the first photo and video of Pope Francis lying in repose, adorned in red liturgical vestments. The 88-year-old pontiff passed away due to a cerebral stroke, confirmed by Dr. Andrea Arcangeli. In a departure from tradition, Pope Francis expressed his wish for a simple burial at the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major, deviating from the customary entombment at St. Peter's Basilica.