“Pope Francis was a shining witness of a Church that bends with tenderness towards those who are wounded and heals with the balm of mercy. He reminded us that there can be no peace without recognition of the other, without attention to those who are weaker. Above all, there can never be peace if we do not learn to forgive.”

The Jubilee of Teenagers, scheduled for April 25-27, took place with some modifications despite the death of Francis.

Pope Francis' possible successor, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, held special Mass in St. Peter's Square. Francis' tomb opened to visitors at St. Mary Major Basilica.