Prince William will attend the late pontiff's service on Saturday, alongside world leaders, in an appearance that will highlight the vital role he plays as heir.

St. Peter's Basilica closed its doors just briefly in the early hours and then opened again on Thursday to welcome crowds of worshippers from around the world lining up to pay their final respects to Pope Francis.

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. Here are the key things to know about the death of the Argentine pontiff, history's first from Latin America, who presided over the Catholic Church for more than 12 years.

There is one sin I have come to fear above all others: certainty. Certainty is the great enemy of unity. Certainty is the deadly enemy of tolerance.” – From the movie "Conclave." In the death of Pope Francis it has been incredible watching the outpouring of love and respect for him.