Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, one day before his death Monday morning.

Holy Week is a time when the pope would be expected to be front and center of events. But as Francis continues to recover from double pneumonia, observers are on the lookout for surprise appearances.

Photos show Pope Francis' last appearance on Easter Day Before Francis emerged into the crowd at St. Peter's Square on Easter Sunday in his popemobile, the pope had blessed the throng from a balcony.

On the day before his death, Pope Francis oversaw the Easter service, one of the holiest days for Catholics.

Pope delighted Catholics with final appearance at Vatican, and a meeting with Vice President JD Vance, just hours before his death.

Pope Francis emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St. Peter's Square and treat them to a surprise popemobile romp through the piazza.

Pope Francis Blesses Faithful at Easter Mass The pontiff, appearing frail from a balcony at St. Peter’s Basilica, blessed a crowd gathered on the square outside.

Pope Francis, who is still recovering from double pneumonia which nearly ended his life, is unable to lead Holy Week services as he has done in previous years.

Pope Francis emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St. Peter's Square and treat them to a surprise popemobile romp through the piazza.

Pope Francis emerged from his convalescence on Easter Sunday to bless the thousands of people in St. Peter's Square and treat them to a surprise popemobile romp through the piazza.