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The new leader of the Catholic Church will inherit a financial mess that Pope Francis spent much of his reign trying to fix

Even on his deathbed, Pope Francis didn’t pause from pursuing a dogged campaign that distinguished his reign: reforming the Vatican’s infamously troubled finances. On February 27, the pontiff’s 13th day at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital suffering from exhaustion and bronchitis,

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Pope Francis' death mourned worldwide as Catholic Church prepares for next chapter

Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.

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Francis was the first Jesuit pope of the Catholic Church. What is a Jesuit? What to know

Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88, was the first Jesuit pope of the Catholic Church. What is a Jesuit? What to know

Pope Francis, Trump

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Pope Francis lies in state in open wooden casket ahead of his funeral

Heads of state are expected for Francis’ funeral, but the three days of public viewing in the basilica allow ordinary Catholics to grieve the Argentine pope. The viewing ends Friday at 7 p.m., after which Francis’ casket will be closed and sealed.

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Trump to attend Pope Francis' funeral in Rome

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he will attend Pope Francis' funeral in Rome. "Melania and I will be going to the funeral of Pope Francis, in Rome," Trump said on Truth Social. Argentines long waited for Pope Francis to visit the homeland he left in 2013 to become the head of the Roman Catholic Church.

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President Trump Orders Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff to Honor Pope Francis

Shortly after the news broke about Pope Francis’ passing, US President Donald Trump ordered American flags to be flown at half-staff to honor the late leader of the Catholic Church. In a statement on the White House’s website,

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The Latest: Procession to transfer Pope Francis' body begins

The body of Pope Francis will be moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public mourning for an ...

Pope Francis lies in state as faithful, and others, bid farewell

Dignitaries and world leaders will attend the pope’s funeral in a few days. But the thousands of people lining up to see ...

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‘Conclave’ and ‘The Two Popes’ Get Major Streaming Spikes After Pope Francis’ Death

Hollywood has also mourned the passing of progressive Pope Francis, and even expressed concern for him before his death.

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Pope Francis live updates: Francis lies in state, thousands wait to pay respects

Argentinian President Javier Milei declared seven days of national mourning in Argentina and announced he will be traveling to Rome for Pope Francis' funeral.

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Pope Francis and his Special Connection With Parish in Gaza

Pope Francis died on Monday, April 21, after being released from hospital on March 23, following a five-week stay which saw ...

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Pope Francis had a troubled course on dealing with clergy sexual abuse

Pope Francis had a learning curve on clergy sexual abuse, with the turning point coming in 2018. Few people could have ...

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Catholics Expected a Revolution from Francis, Just Not the One He Gave Them

Liberals hoped he’d ordain women or allow gay marriage. Conservatives thought he’d tear up Church doctrine. But his papacy ...

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Local church talks passing of Pope Francis, what to expect in coming days

After the news of Pope Francis' passing, we reached out to one local church to learn about the steps that the catholic church ...

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