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The Basilica of Saint Mary opens for daily prayer following the death of Pope Francis
The Basilica of Saint Mary is honoring the legacy of Pope Francis, who died at age 88 on Monday. The church on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis is hosting special services and will be open ...
Pope Francis broke with tradition in choosing St. Mary Major for burial
Pope Francis, who visited more than 60 countries during his papacy, will make his final journey along the road from Vatican ...
Where will Pope Francis be buried? How his funeral will break from tradition
Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88, previously announced his intentions to be buried at the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, a break in tradition from popes of the past. Born Jorge ...
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Pope Francis to Be Buried at St. Mary Major Basilica Following Saturday Funeral
In accordance with his personal wishes, Francis will not be buried in the Vatican grottoes but instead at the Basilica of St.
Where will Pope Francis be buried? Pontiff breaks with tradition over burial site at St Mary’s Major Basilica
Pope Francis is to break with the tradition of many of his predecessors and be buried at a different site. The 266th pope ...
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a humble style, dies at 88
Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but ...
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Holding tickets for Rome, Vatican pilgrims pivot from saint canonization to papal funeral
Tens of thousands of people planned to be at the Vatican this week for the canonization of Carlo Acutis, the first millennial ...