Pope Francis's Casket Transported by Popemobile to St. Mary Major Basilica

Casket Transfer from St. Peter's Basilica

• 🕊️ Pope Francis's coffin is being transported out of St. Peter's Basilica.
• 📍 The destination, as per his request, is the Basilica of St. Mary Major.
• 🚗 The Popemobile is being used to carry the coffin for this journey.

Significance of St. Mary Major

• 🛐 The Basilica of St. Mary Major is a place where the Pope would pray before and after every trip.
• 💬 This practice was also mentioned in the homily today.

Journey Details and Public Reaction

• 🗺️ The route is approximately four miles long.
• 👏 Applause can be heard from the crowd as the procession begins.
• 🚚 The coffin is described as simple-looking, placed on a simple truck, reflecting his wishes.

Pope Francis's Character and Travels

• 🌍 The homily touched upon his travels to various parts of the world, including Iraq.
• 💪 His bravery and determination were highlighted, particularly his commitment to reaching the marginalized and those in need.