Mumbai, April 22: Pope Francis, the beloved head of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday, April 21. Following his death, the Vatican began the traditional funeral rites with the solemn "rite of the ascertainment of death and deposition in the coffin." As preparations continue for his final farewell, many around the world are looking to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Here's everything you need to know about the date, time, and live streaming details of Pope Francis' funeral in Rome.

After his passing, Dr. Andrea Arcangeli, director of the Vatican’s health services, confirmed Pope Francis’ death, citing a stroke, coma, and irreversible cardiovascular collapse as the causes. The death certificate was formally read aloud during the attestation rite. The Pope’s body, dressed in his white cassock, was then moved to the private papal chapel within his Vatican residence, where the first part of the funeral rites was held at 8 p.m. local time.  Pope Francis Demise: Leader of Roman Catholic Church To Be Buried at Basilica of St Mary Major in Rome.

Pope Francis’ Funeral Date, Time, and Place

As of now, an official date for Pope Francis’ funeral has not been announced. However, key decisions are expected to be finalised early this week. According to the Vatican, the late pontiff’s body may be moved to St. Peter’s Basilica as early as Wednesday, April 23, 2025, to allow the public to pay their respects. This will be confirmed after the first meeting of the College of Cardinals on Tuesday. Pope Francis Funeral: Who Is Attending Last Rites of Head of Roman Catholic Church in Rome? List of World Leaders and Celebrities Likely To Be Present.

Pope Francis' Funeral Live Streaming

Pope Francis’ funeral will be streamed live on the official Vatican News YouTube channel. Viewers around the world can watch the whole ceremony and related rites live on YouTube here: youtube.com/@vaticannews.

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