On Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, Pope Francis died after leading the Church for the past 12 years. The page below contains news, resources and other materials to mourn his passing.
The funeral for Pope Francis will take place at 10am (Rome time) in St. Peter's Square. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of the College of Cardinals, will preside.
On Monday, April 21, 2025, Bishop Michael Woost celebrated Mass for Pope Francis in the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The entire Mass is available below as well as his homily.
Mass for Pope Francis - Homily
Video from the USCCB
Announcement of the death of Pope Francis
Rite of the Ascertainment
Rosary for Pope Francis led by Cardinal Gambetti
Vatican News - Live Video Feed
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