Photos of Pope Francis’ final resting place have now been shared, offering a glimpse into the quiet simplicity he wished for in death.

The beloved former leader of the Catholic Church passed away peacefully at Saint Martha House in Vatican City on Monday morning at the age of 88. Camerlengo Cardinal Kevin Farrell made the somber announcement, his words filled with emotion as he addressed the world: “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father.”

Farrell went on to honor the late pope’s extraordinary life of service, adding, “His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church. He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, courage, and universal love, especially for the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite, merciful love of God, One and Triune.”

The funeral that followed drew around 250,000 people to Rome, including world leaders, dignitaries, and thousands of faithful mourners, all gathering to say their final goodbyes to a pontiff who reshaped the modern image of the Catholic Church. The massive public farewell was filled with sorrow, reverence, and a deep sense of gratitude for the pope who had led the Church with humility and compassion for more than a decade. Continues…