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Pope Francis approves simpler, quicker procedures for papal funerals
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — New simplified procedures for the funerals of popes were released earlier this month, reflecting Pope Francis’ ongoing effort to emphasize the pope’s role as a pastor.
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Religion: At the Vatican
“Exeunt Omnes,” cried the Papal master of ceremonies, and all but the Cardinals departed. The Pope then offered up a prayer, after which he recited the Latin formula proposing Mgr. Aurelio ...
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Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
The Vatican had to work out a funeral for the first retired pope in 600 years, and a few months later Francis revealed he was working with the Vatican’s master of liturgical ceremonies ...
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Five things we learn about Pope Francis from his new memoir
The pope doesn't want a fancy funeral, either. In fact, he's asked the master of ceremonies to radically simplify the ...
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Pope calls for commitment to protect life as he doubles down on abortion in New Year's Day message
Pope Francis is flanked by Vatican Head Master of Ceremonies, Bishop Diego Giovanni Ravelli, right, and Master of Ceremonies, Bishop Krysztof Marcjanowicz as he presides over a mass in St. Peter's ...