Some people said the pope's compassion inspired them. Others said he was too liberal or that no pope would affect how they think about their Catholicism.

A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.

A funeral steeped in centuries-old tradition is set to take place today as the head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, is farewelled. Between 200,000 and 500,000 people are predicted to descend on St Peter’s Square in Vatican City to pay their respects to the pontiff,