A loyalist group who have poked fun at the death of Pope Francis have been branded ‘idiotic’ following a string of social media posts. The page shared news of the pope’s death, writing: ‘No, no pope in Rome’ and later followed up with photos of their slogan written on cards at various religious locations. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW The mockery has been described as ‘appalling.’ A loyalist group who have poked fun at the death of Pope Francis have been branded ‘idiotic’ and ‘saddos’ following a string of social media posts. Pic: Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images Official Protestant Coalition took to Facebook on Easter Monday sharing a series of photos from a local church, where they shared pictures of a piece of paper with a red hand and ‘ULSTER’ written down the side. ‘No no pope in Rome,’ was written all over the card, with pictures of the card taken both outside and inside a local church. ‘Celebrating the antichrists death at the grotto in Calvary, Omeath,’ they shared, ‘Took a few photos for our followers.’ The post was met with a number of likes and heart reactions, though the comments were less appreciative. One said: ‘Easy to take idiotic photos when there’s no one around.’ Another added: ‘This isn’t funny. I’m struggling to work out the thought process that took you out of your house and to that place which brings comfort to distressed people, in order to have a bit of fun. ‘It is bigoted and completely out of order.’ Sinn Féin councillor Fiona Mhic Conchoille said she was ‘appalled’ by the incident which saw the Calvary Shrine in her locality being ‘used as a platform for such despicable acts of sectarianism.’ Pic: Councillor Fiona Mhic Conchoille/ Facebook A third wrote: ‘State of the people liking this. Saddos.’ Sinn Féin councillor Fiona Mhic Conchoille said she was ‘appalled’ by the incident which saw the Calvary Shrine in her locality being ‘used as a platform for such despicable acts of sectarianism.’ Speaking to Irish News, Cllr Mhic Conchoille said: ‘It is deeply troubling to witness individuals mocking the death of a respected religious leader. Pope Francis’ death was announced on Monday afternoon by Cardinal Kevin Farrell in a statement released by the Vatican. Pic: Franco Origlia/Getty Images ‘This behaviour is not only offensive but also clearly shows their lack of respect for the values and beliefs of the Catholic Church. ‘Such actions are a blatant display of disrespect and have no place in our society which should be promoting understanding and tolerance instead.’ Pope Francis’ death was announced on Monday afternoon by Cardinal Kevin Farrell in a statement released by the Vatican. ‘Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis,’ he said, ‘At 7.35am this morning, The Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and His Church.’ The head of the Catholic Church’s funeral takes place on Saturday, April 26, from 9am Irish time. President of Ireland Michael D Higgins is among the senior figures who will attend the funeral as a representative of Ireland.