Vatican Releases Images of Pope Francis in Open Casket Ahead of Funeral
The Vatican has released images of Pope Francis lying in an open casket inside his private chapel, ahead of his funeral on Saturday, April 26 at 10 a.m. local time. One photo shows Cardinal Pietro Parolin praying beside the late pope. His body will be moved to St. Peter’s Basilica for public viewing. Preparations are underway, with cardinals meeting in the Vatican. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the acting head of the Church, will oversee the traditional breaking of the pope’s “Fisherman’s Ring” and lead seal to prevent future use.
