Pope Francis In Memoriam

December 17, 1936 – April 21, 2025

Pope Francis

Coat of Arms, Quick Facts, Timeline, Encyclicals, Apostolic Exhortations, Quotes, Prayers and Videos

Additional Resources

Diocesan Press Release
Statement by USCCB President Archbishop Broglio
Pope Francis Funeral Rites
Pope Francis Obituary
Pope Francis Publications
What Happens When a Pope Dies
A way with words – Pope Francis wove vivid metaphors
Every life is sacred Pope fought abortion, death penalty, poverty
How a New Pope is Chosen
Pope Francis Live Coverage

Pope Francis Funeral Mass

Pope Francis’ funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM (3 AM CT)  in St. Peter’s Square.

Diocesan Mass

Mass for the Repose of the Soul of His Holiness Pope Francis

Celebrated by the Most Reverend
Gerard W. Battersby, Bishop of La Crosse
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025 | 12:10 PM
Cathedral of Saint Joseph the Workman, La Crosse

CNS Photos of Pope Francis

Additional CNS Photos of Pope Francis

Pope Francis' legacy as a "global pastor who in word and deed preached mercy and outreach"

Via Catholic News Service By Cindy Wooden
April 21, 2025