In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next
- Posted on April 24, 2025
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In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next
At Quiapo church in central Manila, the pews are filled with worshippers. Latecomers gather near the entrance, clutching fans to ease the stifling heat. A prayer is read out in memory of Pope Francis, known affectionately as Lolo Kiko, or Grandpa Francis, whose image stands framed on the alter. It’s one of many tributes and services held across the Philippines over recent days, as one of the world’s biggest Catholic populations marks the pope’s...