Less Pomp, Fewer Coffins. Francis Sets Out to Simplify Papal Funerals
Pope Francis’s down-to-earth style has become a trademark of his papacy. New rules for papal burials are another step to seal it into his legacy.
Pope Francis approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Since his 2013 election, Francis has eschewed the pomp often associated with the papacy to emphasize his role as the bishop of Rome and a servant of the “church of the poor.”
Pope Francis, avoiding pomp, asks to be buried in simple wooden casket
Pope Francis, who has shunned much of the pomp and privilege of leading the global Catholic Church, has decided that a simple wooden casket will suffice when the time comes for his funeral.
Pope Francis Simplifies Funeral Rites for Pontiffs
Pope Francis renews and simplifies the funeral of the pontiffs. Among the new introductions is the confirmation of death no longer in the deceased's room but in the chapel, the immediate
Pope Francis approves new papal funeral rites for when he dies to simplify rituals, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Pope Francis approves new papal funeral rites for when he dies to simplify rituals, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Pope Francis has revised the funeral rites that will be used when he dies, simplifying the rituals to emphasize his role as a mere bishop and allowing for burial outside the Vatican in keeping with his wishes.
Pope Francis Approves New Rites for His Own Funeral
Pope Francis has approved new rites for his own funeral for when he dies to simplify rituals and be buried outside the Vatican.
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