From Trump to Zelensky…
To ordinary faithful from the most remote places.
Pope Francis’ funeral was a reflection of the world, and that St. Peter’s Square welcomed both the great and the humble, the powerful and the poor.
One of the most emotional moments was when the casket emerged from the Basilica.
Just a week earlier, the Pope had been there himself in the popemobile, greeting the faithful. In fact, 91-year-old Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re wanted to remember him that way in the homily, where he reflected on the gestures, messages, and figure of the Argentinian Pope.
CARD. GIOVANNI BATTISTA RE
He was a pope among the people, with an open heart toward everyone. He was also a pope who paid attention to what was emerging anew in society and to what the Holy Spirit was inspiring within the Church.
The Italian cardinal did not overlook Pope Francis' dedication to the poor, specifically to refugees, which sparked applause among the faithful. There was also applause when he spoke about the Pope’s commitment to peace.
CARD. GIOVANNI BATTISTA RE
Pope Francis has tirelessly raised his voice, pleading for peace and calling for reason and honest negotiation to find possible solutions.
A tapestry of Christ’s Resurrection presided over the celebration—not only because it is the Easter season for the Church, but also because the Pope wanted these occasions to emphasize this message in more radiant dimension.
Even so, the casket in the square was the constant focal point for all eyes, as people offered their final farewell to Pope Francis.
JRB
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