Public Viewing of Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica
More than 20,000 people paid their respects to the late Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica. The basilica kept its doors open all night due to high turnout. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday to celebrate Francis’ pontificate. World leaders are expected to attend, and the pope will be buried in St. Mary Major Basilica.
Key Points
- Over 20,000 people paid their respects to Pope Francis
- Doors of St. Peter’s Basilica were kept open all night due to high turnout
- Funeral Mass to be held on Saturday
- World leaders expected to attend the funeral
- Pope Francis to be buried in St. Mary Major Basilica
Pros
- Opportunity for Catholic faithful to bid farewell to Pope Francis
- Allows ordinary worshippers to grieve and pay their respects
Cons
- Long waiting times to view the open coffin