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Santa Maria Maggiore

April 22, 2025

Cardinals to discuss pope’s funeral arrangements

The cardinals are to decide on the exact time of the burial of the late head of the Catholic Church, which usually takes place four to six days after death.

CATHOLIC CARDINALS
December 13, 2023

Pope Francis becomes first in 100 years to choose tomb outside Vatican

“The place is already prepared. I want to be buried in Santa Maria Maggiore,” the pontiff said.

St Peter’s Basilica,Pope Francis

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