Pope Francis at the general audience in St. Peter's Square, Oct. 5, 2016. (photo: Credit: Daniel Ibanez/CNA / Catholic News Agency)

Requiescat in Pace, Pope Francis

Register Radio host Dr. Matthew Bunson discusses the death and legacy of Pope Francis with Senior Vatican Analyst for EWTN News Frank Rocca.

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