According to the post, the covering of the late Pope's face was biblical and in accordance with 2 Corinthians 3:16-18. The post reads: "There are a number of little gestures that take place before ...

Catholics around the world are mourning the death of Pope Francis. Known as 'the people's pope', he worked to make the church a more inclusive place. Professor of Historical Theology at Villanova ...

Pope Francis. “It (the embalming process) involves the injection of preservative liquids through the circulatory system, followed by aesthetic care of the face and hands,” Andrea Fantozzi ...

At Francis' funeral, after the public viewing, a plain white cloth will be placed over the pope's face as he lies in the oak coffin, a continuing part of papal funerals.

In accordance with his wishes, Francis will be the first pope to be buried outside the Vatican in more than a century. Traditionally, popes are interred at St. Peter's Basilica.

Pope Francis was buried at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major after dying one week ago at 88 years old. 24/7 Live Raleigh Durham Fayetteville Surrounding Area. ... "That's the face I will always ...