Cardinals Convene in Rome to Discuss Funeral Rites for Pope Francis

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Cardinals in Rome held their fourth General Congregation, discussing the Church and the world. Archbishop Diego Ravelli explained the funeral rite for Pope Francis, emphasizing it would be the funeral of a shepherd, not a sovereign. The late Pope's body will not be exposed on a catafalque. Visiting dignitaries will be arranged according to protocol at the funeral Mass. The procession with the Pope’s body to St. Mary Major will not pass through St. Peter’s Square. Around 150,000 people have paid their respects to the late Pope.