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Waiting in line to say goodbye to Pope Francis—with pilgrims from around the world

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Pope Francis’ face was forever hidden from the world when his coffin was closed at 8 o’clock on Friday evening, April 25, just as the sun was setting over Rome.

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Gerard O’Connell

Gerard O’Connell

Pope Francis’ funeral: What to expect, including a procession not seen in 100 years

Pope Francis’ death: Reporting and reflections from ‘America’

We've collected some of our favorite analyses and remembrances of Francis’ papacy as a resource for Catholics mourning the church’s loss.

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