The Vatican. An ancient artifact discovered this week is believed to be the last bowel movement of Jesus Christ. Currently encased in a special temperature-controlled, bullet-proof glass box in the Vatican, ancient texts led archaeologists to the location of what is being called the greatest archaeological discovery since the tomb of Egypt's King Tutankhamen was uncovered in 1922 by archaeologist Howard Carter.
Biologists at the University of Oxford, Cambridge, say they've analyzed the newest addition to the Catholic Church's trove of sacred relics and determined the actual meal served at the Last Supper. Researchers discovered trace evidence of a clam chowder soup, petite filet mignon, and breadsticks from the Olive Garden.
The artifact is remarkably preserved, having remained intact for nearly two thousand years. It is brown in color with minute green patches throughout, preserved in an impressive 6.7-inch coil with a diameter of 2.3 inches at its thickest point. According to Pope Francis, who has spent many hours with the sacred relic since its discovery, it is completely scentless.
He says he has prayed over the load and hopes it will encourage people of all faiths, beliefs, and backgrounds to acknowledge the glory and power of Christ, and believes the discovery will bring more souls to accept Jesus Christ as their savior.
"That's what it's all about," Pope Francis said Wednesday, during a special worldwide mass. "Showing the world and those who doubt that Jesus was the Son of God, God in the flesh, and just like us, he pooped."
Millions are expected to travel to see the relic in person, which is on display for a small, suggested donation.