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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
World
Rebecca Ratcliffe in Manila

In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next

Catholics attend the requiem mass for Pope Francis at the Manila Cathedral
Catholics attend the requiem mass for Pope Francis at the Manila Cathedral. Photograph: Lisa Marie David/Reuters

At Quiapo church in central Manila, the pews are filled with worshippers. Latecomers gather near the entrance, clutching fans to ease the stifling heat.

A prayer is read out in memory of Pope Francis, known affectionately as Lolo Kiko, or Grandpa Francis, whose image stands framed on the alter.

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