A Book of Condolence is open at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in Waterford for Pope Francis.

The 88-year-old Pontiff died on Easter Monday.

Bishop of Waterford and Lismore Alphonsus Cullinan is inviting people to pay their respects by signing the Book of Condolence.

Meanwhile, at 12pm today, churches throughout the Diocese will ring their bells 88 times as a tribute to the 88 years of his life, marking his contributions to the Church and the world.

Later, Bishop Cullinan is inviting everyone to attend at 6.30pm in the Cathedral for Vespers (evening prayers). Following this sacred time of reflection, there will be a Requiem Mass celebrated by Bishop Cullinan at 7pm

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