The news sent shockwaves around Mayo, Ireland and large parts of the world: Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, passed away on Monday.
Many faithful flocked to Knock Shrine yesterday evening to pay their respects to the late supreme pontiff. A book of condolences was laid out to sign.
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