Photos from Pope Francis’ funeral mass in Rome

‘A pope among the people’: Pope Francis’ funeral day in photos

A religious sister prays the rosary before the funeral Mass for Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican April 26, 2025. (CNS photo/Pablo Esparza) An estimated 200,000 people gather in St. Peter’s Square and the neighboring streets to attend funeral Mass for Pope Francis at the Vatican April 26, 2025. (CNS Photo/Cristian Gennari, pool) Prelates gather ahead of the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Apri…

Photos from Pope Francis’ funeral mass in Rome

The Vatican says about 200,000 people have flocked to Pope Francis’ funeral mass in Rome. Here are some photos from the solemn event.

The Vatican had spoken of 250,000 people but according to the Italian Government, the number was much higher. Still in this newspaper, a long weekend with emergencies closed across the country.

Pope Francis funeral service at the Vatican * WorldNetDaily * by WND Staff

Estimated 200,000 people are expected to attend as pontiff laid to rest

Vatican says 200,000 people at pope's funeral

Around 200,000 people attended the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday, the Vatican said.

Around 200,000 people at Francis's funeral - Vatican

The Vatican said around 200,000 people were attending Pope Francis's funeral according to the information it had from the "competent authorities" shortly after the service started on Saturday. (ANSA)