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These Pinecrest alums studying in Rome took part in the funeral for Pope Francis

Br. John Frain (left) and Br. Gregory Metz (right) in Rome in 2025. Photo courtesy of Br. Gregory Metz

04292025PCA ALUMNS IN ROME — Br. John Frain (left) and Br. Gregory Metz (right) in Rome in 2025. Photo courtesy of Br. Gregory Metz

Travis Jaudon

Forsyth County News

Published: Apr 29, 2025, 11:00 AM

Two Forsyth County men now studying in a Rome seminary share what it was like to mourn Pope Francis' passing and take part in his historic funeral at the Vatican. They tell FCN why this moment is so special for Catholics around the world, and how the faithful in Forsyth County can be a part of it.

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