The death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday caught many as a surprise, though not as a shock. He definitely rebounded from being hospitalized, but he never regained his normal stature.

His funeral on Saturday will draw media coverage from all over the world. After the funeral, the voting cardinals will meet to discuss his successor; the voting will begin in two weeks.

Pope Francis appointed approximately 80% of the cardinals who will make that choice. This suggests that someone closer to his vision of the Church will be chosen.

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