Memorial Service for Pope Francis in Reykjavik
People assemble in Reykjavik to pay their respects following Pope Francis' demise
Gathered at Landakotskirkja Catholic Church on a chilly Monday night was a passionate ocean of mourners, all there to honor Pope Francis, departed at dawn at the venerable age of 88.
Led by Bishop Dávid Tencer, the service took a somber, heartfelt tone as clergy from the Reykjavík Diocese joined in the prayer. A poignant, reflective service befitting a spiritual leader of such significance.
Among the assembled was Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir, Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Bishop Guðrún Karls Helgudóttir, and President Halla Tómasdóttir, accompanied by her husband Björn Skúlason.
President Tómasdóttir is anticipated to attend Pope Francis' funeral at the Vatican this coming Saturday, standing in for the Icelandic people as the world says goodbye to a cherished spiritual protector.
At the Vatican, the funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM local time in St. Peter's Square[1][3]. The procession will carry his coffin to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major (St. Mary Major) for burial[1][2]. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of the College of Cardinals, will preside over the Mass[1][3]. The event is estimated to be attended by about 250 cardinals, numerous bishops, priests, and numerous people from various backgrounds[1]. High-profile guests are also expected to attend[3].
- The memorial service for the late Pope Francis in Reykjavik was attended by a heartfelt crowd that gathered at Landakotskirkja Catholic Church.
- Among those attending the service were politicians such as Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir, Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, President Halla Tómasdóttir, and her husband Björn Skúlason.
- President Tómasdóttir is expected to attend the funeral of Pope Francis at the Vatican, standing in for the Icelandic people.
- The funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, and is expected to attract numerous dignitaries, including high-profile guests, in addition to the 250 cardinals, bishops, priests, and others who will attend.
