Pope Francis' funeral Mass will occur Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter's Square, attracting international leaders and clergy. His body lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica until then. The service, presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, will implement the simplified papal funeral rules set by Francis, including using a single wooden coffin. After the Mass, his remains will be interred in the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, fulfilling his wish for a simple tomb. Special Masses in his memory will occur for nine days following the funeral.
The funeral of Pope Francis, taking place on Saturday in St. Peter's Square, will draw dignitaries globally and be broadcast by major international networks.
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re will preside over the funeral Mass, which will follow simplified rituals established by Pope Francis himself.
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