Following Pope Francis' death, the Vatican conducted a simple ceremony to verify his passing and prepare his body. Cardinal Kevin Farrell officiated, emphasizing Francis' commitment to humility through the use of a modest coffin, in contrast to the more elaborate traditions of previous popes. This ceremony, attended by few officials and family, underscores Francis' legacy of simplicity, as he attempted to reform the papacy with a focus on humility, demonstrated by new guidelines for papal funerals that eschew previous elaborate practices.
The Vatican held a small ceremony when Pope Francis died, performing a verification of death and placing his body in a single wooden coffin, highlighting his legacy of humility.
The simplicity of the ceremony, unlike the ornate rituals of previous popes, reflects Pope Francis' commitment to a more humble leadership within the Roman Catholic Church.
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