Pope Francis mourned: Rome gathers as faith leaders reflect on his legacy

April 23, 2025, 12:21 pm

As thousands assemble in Rome to pay their final respects, heartfelt tributes underscore Pope Francis’s inclusive spirit. Local faith groups and prominent voices highlight his role as a bridge-builder, amplifying the sense of loss felt across the global religious community amid his lying in state.


winnipegfreepress.com / Hong Kong allows outspoken Cardinal Joseph Zen to attend Pope Francis’ funeral

winnipegfreepress.com / Hundreds mourn Pope Francis at St. Mary’s

winnipegfreepress.com / A young nun says goodbye to Francis after hours in line with thousands of faithful

ledevoir.com / La transcendance du Pape François

Il survit par ses traces qui deviennent un bien universel, accessible à tous.

ledevoir.com / Le pape François et l’éloge de la pauvreté

Avec lui, les grands débats de société ont été mis sur la glace.

winnipegfreepress.com / Pope Francis’ beloved soccer team in Buenos Aires mourns its most famous fan

winnipegfreepress.com / Pope was ‘a true friend’ to non-Catholics: local faith groups

globalnews.ca / Pope Francis lies in state as thousands gather to pay respect in Rome

Thousands gathered in Rome on Wednesday to pay their respects to Pope Francis, who will lie in state for three days at St. Peter's Basilica ahead of his funeral.

globalnews.ca / ‘At a loss of words’: Wilton Littlechild speaks about Pope Francis’ death, says he was a friend

At Maskwacis, Littlechild also gifted the pope a headdress worn by his grandfather, a former Cree chief. It was a moment seen by people around the world.


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