Manila, Philippines — Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula departed for Rome on Thursday evening to attend the funeral of Pope Francis and the subsequent papal conclave.
The Archdiocese of Manila shared photos of the cardinal at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in a Facebook post, marking his departure for the solemn occasion.
Earlier that day, Kalookan Bishop Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David also left for the Vatican to join global Catholic leaders in mourning the late pontiff.
The funeral for Pope Francis, who passed away earlier this week, is set for Saturday. The event will be followed by the conclave, where eligible cardinals will gather to elect the next pope.
Cardinals Advincula, David, and Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle—currently serving as Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization—are all eligible to vote in the conclave.
Filipino Cardinals in Rome
Departures: Cardinal Advincula (Thursday evening), Cardinal David (earlier Thursday)
Purpose: Funeral of Pope Francis and participation in papal conclave
Location: Rome, Vatican City
Eligible Electors: Advincula, David, and Tagle
Cardinals Attending Pope Francis’ Funeral
Why did Cardinal Advincula fly to Rome?
He is attending Pope Francis’ funeral and will take part in the papal conclave.
Who else from the Philippines is attending the funeral?
Cardinals Pablo David and Luis Antonio Tagle are also present in Rome for the events.
When is Pope Francis’ funeral scheduled?
The funeral is set for Saturday, with global Catholic leaders in attendance.
What is the conclave?
The conclave is a sacred election process where cardinals select the next pope.
