Pope Francis•Vatican Diplomacy

Jewish State of Israel finally expresses condolences on Pope’s death

Adding to the complexity, Israel’s attendance at the papal funeral was low-profile but respectful. Yaron Sideman, Israel’s ambassador to the Holy See, represented the country at the solemn ceremonies in St. Peter’s Square.

Apr 27, 2025 20:03

ZENIT Staff

Interview•Pope Francis

Pope’s Cousin, Who Attended His Funeral, Talks About Him

At the end of the funeral, the Salesian missionary and cousin of Pope Francis spoke of her personal connection with the Pontiff: the family bond, the shared memories, and the testimony of a man who lived with simplicity and love for the people.

Apr 27, 2025 05:57

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

A great summary of Francis in the light of the Gospel: the great homily of his funeral in its entirety

Homily delivered by Cardinal Re, dean of the College of Cardinals

Apr 26, 2025 07:50

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

This Is How Pope Francis’ Burial Took Place in the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in the Presence of Family Members

The burial lasted half an hour

Apr 26, 2025 07:35

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

400,000 People for Pope Francis ’Funeral

250,000 in St. Peter’s Square, 150,000 in the streets of Rome

Apr 26, 2025 07:33

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

[PHOTO GALLERY] Family members accompany the closing of Francis’ coffin (and 250 thousand people visited the Pope)

While this inner liturgy unfolded, it was the people—the ordinary faithful—who had written the prologue to this moment. Over the course of just three days, more than 250,000 pilgrims and mourners filed past the body of Pope Francis, lying in state before the main altar

Apr 25, 2025 22:14

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

Cardinals Meet for the Fourth Time: 149 Are Now in Rome. Novelties Reported by the Holy See Press Office

It was decided that on Sunday the Cardinals will visit together the tomb of the Holy Father Francis at Saint Mary Major. Their arrival is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. The Cardinals will cross the threshold of the Holy Door, visit Francis’s tomb, and then the Chapel where the image of Mary, Salus Populi Romani, is displayed. They will then celebrate Vespers together.

Apr 25, 2025 10:01

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis•Vatican Diplomacy

Where will Trump sit? Here’s how world leaders will be seated at pope’s funeral

The Vatican Press Office confirmed the official seating and procedural arrangements for the funeral, a protocol steeped in both tradition and geopolitical nuance. The right side of the square, facing the Basilica, will be reserved for state delegations. Opposite them, on the left, will sit the College of Cardinals, robed in crimson.

Apr 25, 2025 08:54

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

This Is What 113 Cardinals Talked About and Decided in Their Third Meeting After the Pope’s Death

A shared reflection on the Church and the world began with some interventions. The next Congregation is scheduled for tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.

Apr 24, 2025 17:41

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis•Testimonies

Pope Francis’ nephew to attend funeral thanks to anonymous benefactor who paid for his trip

The story has resonated deeply in Argentina and beyond, not only because it highlights a poignant family bond in the midst of global mourning, but because it has stirred an uncomfortable contrast: Mauro, a member of the Pope’s own family, arrived in Rome not with an official delegation but through a stranger’s kindness

Apr 24, 2025 17:38

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis•Rome

From Cells to Vatican: Inmates May Attend Pope Francis’ Burial in Rare Gesture of Mercy

The penitentiary administration has expressed its full support for the plan, contingent on security assessments and the authorization of the surveillance court.

Apr 24, 2025 17:36

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis

The Poor Will Have the Privilege of Saying The Last Goodbye to the Pope Before He Is Buried in Saint Mary Major

A group of poor and needy people will be present on the steps leading to the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, to pay their last respects to Pope Francis before the intement of the coffin.

Apr 24, 2025 08:50

ZENIT Staff