The world watched as brave pallbearers carried Pope Francis’ simple wooden coffin into St. Peter’s Square Saturday. Hundreds of thousands gathered under tight security to honor the late leader who chose humility over grandeur even in death. This historic moment showed both the power of faith and the deep divisions his papacy created.
Pope Francis broke tradition by requesting burial without lavish Vatican tombs. He picked Rome’s St. Mary Major Basilica over the usual papal resting places. While some praise this as Christ-like simplicity, others question why he rejected centuries of sacred tradition for his final act.
Security forces locked down Rome with rooftop snipers and fighter jets on standby. Streets around the Vatican became fortresses to protect world leaders and crowds. Americans watching this spectacle should ask why global elites rush to honor a pope who often criticized Western values.
Homeless individuals and prisoners joined the procession beside robed cardinals. The Vatican’s inclusion of activist groups clashes with teachings on sin and redemption. True believers wonder if this mixing of messages honors God or pushes a dangerous modern agenda.
Over 250,000 mourners flooded Rome despite the pope’s controversial legacy. His pushes for climate obsessions and open borders troubled faithful Catholics. Now conservatives pray the next pope will restore focus on spiritual warfare, not earthly politics.
The funeral’s closing rites fell to Cardinal Kevin Farrell, a man Francis promoted despite traditionalists’ concerns. As hymns echoed, many wondered if this ceremony marked not just a pope’s end, but the sunset of common-sense values in the Church.
World leaders bowed their heads while everyday Americans remember Francis’ attacks on capitalism and border security. While honoring the dead, patriots know our nation must reject globalist dreams that weaken sovereignty and faith.
As the coffin vanished into the ancient basilica, the real fight begins. Cardinals now gather to choose Francis’ successor – a decision that could save or destroy the Church’s future. God-fearing people everywhere demand a leader who champions truth over trendy compromises.
