Pope Francis Dies At 88: Vatican Ritual, Pope Office & Next Pope Explained

The religious head of 1.4 billion Catholic across the world Pope Francis has passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Pope Francis took charge of the his office called Papacy on March 2013. Traditionally, the Pope’s death is verified by the camerlengo, the cardinal who serves as the Church’s treasurer. In this case, the camerlengo is Irish-American Kevin Farrell, who was appointed to the role by Francis in February 2019. With the passing or resignation of the Pope begins the period of Sede Vacante, meaning “the seat is vacant”, during which the rule of the Church falls to the College. But who is the Pope and what rituals are carried after the death of Pope. Furthermore, the death of Pope Francis raises the question of who will take charge of the papacy next? Stay tuned to know