The funeral for Pope Francis will adhere to a long-standing tradition, allowing mourners worldwide to pay their respects. Upon his death, the Vatican's health director will certify the death, followed by the camerlengo's removal of the papal ring, which is traditionally destroyed. Francisâs body will lie in state at St. Peter's Basilica for a few days, dressed in papal vestments for public viewing. The service will involve a public mass and the attendance of international leaders and all cardinals, who will also play a role in electing the next pope.
The funeral for Pope Francis will follow a centuries-old tradition, allowing mourners to honor him in person with rituals spanning several days.
Inside the Vatican, the ritual begins when the director of the Vatican's health department certifies the pontiff's death, followed by actions from the camerlengo.
The pope's body is expected to lie in state inside his coffin at St. Peter's Basilica for several days, allowing faithful to bid farewell.
All 252 cardinals worldwide will be invited to Rome to attend the funeral and participate in electing the new pope, continuing an age-old tradition.
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