Pope Francis funeral date confirmed: Simple ritual planned by the Pontiff himself

All eyes have been on the Vatican since Pope Francis's passing. On Monday, April 21, 2025, at 7:35 a.m., Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camarlengo and Prefect of the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life, announced the Pontiff's death. Since then, the world has awaited word on his final farewell, and today, the Vatican has confirmed the details of the arrangements. Alessandra Benedetti - Corbis Pope Francis gave his last blessing to the world on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, on April 20, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican Funeral Schedule and Venue A day after his passing, alongside the first . . .