Tonight the Catholic Church in transition. Pope Francis's funeral set for Saturday as the Vatican reveals the rituals and personal details that will be part of his farewell.

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Moving with speed and the guidance of ancient tradition plans are unfolding for the funeral and burial

of Pope Francis. A Saturday morning funeral at St. Peter's Basilica is expected to draw some of the

world's most powerful people, including President Trump. But in death, as in life, it is the power

less. Francis wanted reflected in the memorial plans that he helped draft. They include the

simple coffin he chose that he now rests in inside a Vatican chapel. These images released by the

Vatican today are first look at him since his death. Tonight as the Cardinals, who within weeks will

choose his successor gather in Rome, the faithful wait in

anticipation for their chance to see the Pope one last time to say goodbye. It was announced

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