Online Book of Condolence for Pope Francis

As the faithful around the world mourn the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception invites you to share your prayers, comments, and memories in our Online Book of Condolence. A Pope of the people, Pope Francis inspired millions with his humility, compassion, and tireless devotion. As the first Pontiff from the Americas, he brought fresh insight to the papacy, rooted in mercy, justice, and the embrace of the marginalized.

In tribute to his extraordinary life and ministry, Monsignor Walter Rossi, Rector of the Basilica, shared: “We give thanks to God for his 55 years as a priest, his 32 years as a bishop, and 12 years as Pope. A life of service to the Church and to God’s people, we remember him and strive to ‘go out to proclaim the merciful embrace of the Father’ as he urged in his 2015 homily at the Basilica. May he rest in peace and Our Lady usher him into the presence of her Son.”

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We love you and Rest in Peace

Tomasita C Salinas

United States San Diego, Texas

May perpetual light shine upon Pope Francis, may he rest in eternal peace.

Julian Munoz

Alice, Texas

We mourn the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis with deep sorrow and reverence. A humble servant of God, his unwavering faith, compassion, and tireless advocacy for peace and justice touched the hearts of millions around the world.

May his soul find eternal rest in the presence of the Lord he so faithfully served. His legacy of mercy, humility, and love will continue to inspire generations to come.

Mindy Soliz

Alice, Texas

My thoughts and words are with you. My ❤️ feels empty knowing we have lost such a great pope, leader, man, and was a visible saint to me. He will definitely be missed. May he rest and peace and keep us blessed while he is rejoicing in paradise.

Sally Lichtenberger

San Diego Texas

While I mourn the passing of Pope Francis, I'm so grateful to have had him as pope in my lifetime. He was a beautiful reminder of how all Christians, all people, should strive to live lives full of love and charity. May his soul rest in peace with our Lord and all the saints.

Iris G

United States

Pope Francis was a beacon of love, kindness and compassion. May His Grace rejoice in God Eternal Glory.

Velma Welber

Albuquerque, NM, USA

Our deepest condolences to all his family and may he rest in eternal peace rest🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Luz and Lubi Tellez

Alice,Texas

Thank you Pope Francis for being a witness of hope and a man of service to humanity. Rest in Peace good and faithful servant of the Lord.

Jaime E Robledo

Washington DC

May the soul of Pope Francis and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Charlene Hartley

Richmond, VA

Pope Francis radiated Love, Compassion, Mercy to everyone. His guidance helped us tremendously as we all continue growing in our faith. Rest in eternal peace Pope Francis ❤️🙏❤️

Emede & Nora Gonzalez

Alice, Texas

Mary portrayed as Mother of Mankind in Memorial Hall

Light a Candle for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis

Lighting a candle for loved ones or the personal intentions we hold within our hearts, is a longstanding tradition in the Catholic Church. We invite you to join us in this faithful tradition by lighting a candle at Mary’s Shrine.

Vigil candles burn in chapels and oratories throughout the upper and lower Church of the National Shrine. Each burning flame represents the faith of the supplicants and their fervent prayers entrusted to the Blessed Virgin Mary’s loving intercession.

We consider it an honor to light a vigil candle for you and pray for your intentions, which will be kept in confidence.

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