When Sister Genevieve Jeanningros saw Pope Francis lying in state, she did what any emotional bestie would do—said “rules, schmules” and marched right up to his casket. Security? Protocol? Please. This 81-year-old nun brought enough heartfelt tears to make a Vatican guard question his career choices. Sometimes friendship is bigger than formality, even in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Nun who broke protocol at Pope Francis’ coffin speaks out after bursting into tears next to his casket
