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Pilgrims and prayer accompany Pope’s body to basilica
To the chanting of Christ’s promise, “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live,” the mortal remains of Pope Francis were carried into St Peter’s Basilica by 14 pallbearers. Source: CNS.
Governor-General among Australian representatives to attend funeral
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the full list of Australian representatives set to attend Pope Francis’ funeral on Saturday. Source: Sky News Australia.
Funeral to be celebrated on Saturday
The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated on Saturday, April 26, in St Peter’s Square, the Vatican has announced. Source: CNS.
Pope made gesture of farewell before falling into coma
Among the final words of the late Pope Francis was a “thank you” to his personal healthcare assistant for encouraging him to take one last ride in the popemobile on Sunday. Source: Vatican News.
Leaders pause campaigns as mark of respect
Australia’s political leaders paused politicking and trading barbs yesterday as a papal-sized shadow was cast over the election campaign. Source: Canberra Times.
Papal nuncio’s emotional homily at Canberra Mass
A memorial Mass concelebrated by the Holy See’s ambassador to Australia was held at St Christopher’s Cathedral in Canberra last night to honour the life of Pope Francis. Source: Catholic Voice.
‘A man of deep faith and love for all God’s creation’
Catholic Religious Australia, the peak representative body for almost 4500 sisters, brothers and priests who belong to religious orders, expressed deep sorrow on the death of Pope Francis.
Australian Catholic organisations pay tribute to Pope Francis
Pope Francis’ legacy in the areas of social justice, mission and lay governance have been recognised by Australian Catholic organisations.
Francis first pope to open Holy Door without living to close it
With his death on Monday, Pope Francis marked yet another first in the history of the Catholic Church: he became the first pope to open the Holy Door of St Peter’s Basilica without living to close it. Source: NCR Online.