Pope Francis Funeral April 26: World’s Emotional Goodbye
Pope Francis’s Funeral Set for April 26 as World Prepares to Bid Final Farewell
Pope Francis’s funeral has been formally set by the Vatican on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. local time (09:00 BST). As religious leaders, world dignitaries, and throngs of Catholics gather in Rome to pay their final respects to one of the most prominent popes of the modern age, this historic event is anticipated to get international attention. More specific information on the liturgical rites, attendees, and ceremonial arrangements will be revealed in the days ahead.
The Holy See announced the funeral date and time in a brief statement. The ceremony will adhere to the centuries-old customs of the Catholic Church, which usually take place in the famous St. Peter’s Square, a major site of Catholic pilgrimage and devotion worldwide.
A more progressive and inclusive tone inside the Church is generally attributed to Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. His legacy includes a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, social justice campaigning, and profound interfaith engagement. A global outpouring of grief has been sparked by the news of his funeral. Polish President Andrzej Duda and First Lady Agata Kornhauser-Duda are among the first foreign leaders to announce their attendance.
President Duda proclaimed April 26 a national day of mourning in Poland, a country with strong Catholic roots and historical papal links, highlighting the importance of the late pope’s influence. Wojciech Kolarski, the presidential advisor, announced his choice on social networking site X (previously Twitter).
The fact that Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has also confirmed his presence highlights Pope Francis’s longstanding ties to Latin America, the continent from which he hails and with which he has maintained close social and spiritual ties during his pontificate. Millions of people worldwide will be looking to Rome with awe as the Vatican gets ready for the state burial, considering the life and influence of a pope who helped to create a pivotal period in the history of Christianity.
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