Body to be transferred to St. Peter's Basilica in a ceremonial procession, where the public will be able to pay their ...

Cardinals, meanwhile, met in private to finalize preparations for Saturday’s funeral and plan the conclave to elect Francis’ ...

Francis’ funeral is set for 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Peter’s Square. He will lie in state starting tomorrow in St. Peter’s ...

“St. Francis is a beloved figure known for his humility, love for the poor and patronage of the environment,” Morgan said.

The pope ministered with a charming, humble style. He had blessed thousands in St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday.