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Final Farewell: Pope Francis’ coffin sealed ahead of funeral

Published on 26 Apr 2025 5:09:43 PM

Pope Francis’ coffin was sealed on Friday (April 26) evening in a private ceremony known in the Church as the Rite of the Closing of the Coffin of the Roman Pontiff, after thousands of faithful paid their final respects.

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Pope Francis’ coffin was sealed on Friday (April 26) evening in a private ceremony known in the Church as the Rite of the Closing of the Coffin of the Roman Pontiff, after thousands of faithful paid their final respects.

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