Pope Francis

Pope Francis, who served as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church from 2013 until his death on April 21, 2025, was both praised for advocating inclusivity and criticized for perceived dictatorial behavior. Filipinos joined global mourners in paying respects to Pope Francis, with thousands lining up to view his remains before his funeral at St. Peter's Square on April 26.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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Cardinal Re delivers homily at Pope Francis' funeral

During Pope Francis' funeral Mass on April 26, 2025, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re delivered a homily emphasizing themes such as care for migrants, an end to wars, and action on climate change.
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Marcos, Liza attend Pope Francis' funeral in Vatican

President Bongbong Marcos and First Lady Liza Marcos attended the funeral mass for Pope Francis at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City on Saturday, April 26.
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Pope Francis' coffin sealed, funeral set for Saturday

Pope Francis' coffin was sealed in a private ceremony at the Vatican on Friday night (early Saturday morning in the Philippines) following three days of public viewing that attracted more than 250,000 people from around the world.
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Pope Francis buried at Basilica of Saint Mary Major

Pope Francis chose to break from tradition and requested not to be buried in the Vatican grottoes but instead at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major.
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Cardinal David urges Catholics to keep papal election spiritual

Kalookan bishop and CBCP president Pablo Virgilio 'Ambo' Cardinal David urged Catholics on Friday to keep the upcoming papal election free from politics, reminding them that it is a spiritual discernment rather than a political contest.
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Malaca帽ang investigates China's election interference

Malaca帽ang ordered an immediate and deeper investigation into China's alleged interference with the Philippines' midterm elections following revelations by the National Security Council.
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Pope Jeep from 2015 visit on display at Quiapo Church, moves to Makati Saturday

A 'Pope Jeep' from Pope Francis's 2015 visit to the Philippines is on display at Quiapo Church and will move to San Antonio Parish in Makati City starting Saturday, April 26.
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Pope Francis 'Books of Condolences' opens April 29 in Manila

The Apostolic Nunciature in Manila will host 'Books of Condolences' from April 29 to allow Filipinos to express their condolences over the passing of Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at age 88.
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Vatican reuses old cassocks for next pope, reflecting Francis' environmental stance

Rome's Gammarelli tailors will not be making any new vestments for the next pope as the Vatican plans to reuse cassocks from previous conclaves, reflecting Pope Francis' environmental consciousness.
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Marcos leaves for Pope Francis' funeral, Araneta-Marcos accompanies

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos are set to leave for Pope Francis' funeral in Vatican City, with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin 'Boying' Remulla, and Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III taking charge as caretakers.
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