Pope Francis died at age 88 on April 21, setting off a series of centuries-old rituals to select a new leader of the Catholic Church.

What happens after Pope Francis funeral - how the Conclave to select his successor will work - The late pope broke from tradition with a burial at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome

Cardinals this week will start in-depth discussions on planning the conclave to choose Pope Francis’ successor

The funeral of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, will take place on Saturday morning, the Holy See said in a statement Tuesday.

Pope Francis' final journey concludes with a solemn and emotional ceremony. Watch the powerful moment as Holy Communion is distributed during the funeral mass, symbolizing the Last Supper and honoring the late pontiff's legacy.