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Vatican releases first photos of Pope Francis after his death
The Vatican on Tuesday released the first photos of Pope Francis after his death, showing him dressed in red vestments and lying in a simple wooden coffin inside the chapel of the Santa Marta guesthouse.

The final hours of Pope Francis: ‘Thank you for bringing me back to the Square’
Pope Francis’ last public act was a blessing of the entire world on Easter Sunday, delivered from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica — the same place where he was introduced as pope 12 years ago.

From "sede vacante" to "conclave:" Key terms to know at the start of a papal transition
The start of a papal interregnum brings many terms that may not be familiar to many people, including many Catholics. Here are some of the key words and phrases that will be used throughout the interregnum, especially the conclave to elect the new pope.

Cardinal Goh: Pope Francis was dedicated to leading Church’s ‘new evangelization’
Cardinal William Goh celebrated a memorial Mass for Pope Francis in Singapore on Tuesday, saying the late Holy Father had a “heart for everyone” and was dedicated to leading the Church toward a “new evangelization” through mercy and love.

Pope Francis’ grandfatherly advice
Words of Francis: Many saw Pope Francis as a grandfatherly figure, especially when he shared bits of practical wisdom on how to get along with one another.