Local Masses
Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg (Pinellas County)
The Cathedral of St. Jude and the Chapel of Our Lady are open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated today April 21, 2025 at 11:00am.
St. Michael the Archangel, Clearwater (Pinellas County)
The Memorial Mass for our Holy Father, Pope Francis, is this Wednesday, April 30th at 7pm. All are welcome to attend. Please note, Benediction will start at 6pm not 6:30pm.
St. Paul Catholic Church, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
St. Paul Catholic Church is open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated tonight, April 21, 2025, at 7:00pm.
Christ the King, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
Daily Mass today, April 21, 2025 in the church as we pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis.
Nativity, Brandon (Hillsborough County)
A memorial Mass for Pope Francis will be celebrated on Thursday, April 24th at 6:00 pm.
Our Lady of the Rosary, Land O’ Lakes (Pasco County)
A Memorial Mass for Pope Francis will take place on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini (Hernando County)
We will celebrate a Special Mass in Memoriam of Our Pope Wednesday, April 30th at 7 pm.
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Maria de los Angeles Guzman Valle shares her testimony with Pope Leo XIV as a mother of a son with a serious disability, expressing her conviction that Augustin’s life is a blessing for their family.
Maria de los Angeles Guzman Valle shares her testimony with Pope Leo XIV as a mother of a son with a serious disability, expressing her conviction that Augustin’s life is a blessing for their family.
Visiting the Catholic University of Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo in Chiclayo, Peru, Pope Leo says universities must foster an encounter between faith and reason, and between religion and science, through dialogue and inquiry in service of the common good.
Visiting the Catholic University of Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo in Chiclayo, Peru, Pope Leo says universities must foster an encounter between faith and reason, and between religion and science, through dialogue and inquiry in service of the common good.
Meeting with representatives of the local Church in Chiclayo, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that Baptism makes our primary identity always be that of sons and daughters of God, before all else, and calls for properly welcoming all faithful's charisms and initiatives, 'since the participation of the laity is not a concession but an expression of their baptismal dignity.'
Meeting with representatives of the local Church in Chiclayo, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that Baptism makes our primary identity always be that of sons and daughters of God, before all else, and calls for properly welcoming all faithful's charisms and initiatives, 'since the participation of the laity is not a concession but an expression of their baptismal dignity.'
During a brief private visit to the St. Oscar Romero Chapel in Chiclayo, Peru, Pope Leo XIV reflects on how all the faithful are called to participate in sharing the Good News of the Lord's love, and thanks the community for their work to complete the chapel and for their prayers for his health.
During a brief private visit to the St. Oscar Romero Chapel in Chiclayo, Peru, Pope Leo XIV reflects on how all the faithful are called to participate in sharing the Good News of the Lord's love, and thanks the community for their work to complete the chapel and for their prayers for his health.
Presiding at Mass for around 500,000 people in Chiclayo, Pope Leo XIV says all Christians are missionary disciples, insisting that no baptized person “can be indifferent to the task of evanglization, given that it is the Church’s essential mission, her deepest vocation, and her very reason for being.”
Presiding at Mass for around 500,000 people in Chiclayo, Pope Leo XIV says all Christians are missionary disciples, insisting that no baptized person “can be indifferent to the task of evanglization, given that it is the Church’s essential mission, her deepest vocation, and her very reason for being.”
European governments are seeking a greater role in U.S.-brokered peace negotiations as Washington prepares for expected talks with Moscow in China. The diplomatic efforts come amid continuing deadly attacks in Russia and Ukraine.
European governments are seeking a greater role in U.S.-brokered peace negotiations as Washington prepares for expected talks with Moscow in China. The diplomatic efforts come amid continuing deadly attacks in Russia and Ukraine.
The U.N. nuclear watchdog says it is increasingly concerned about Iran refusing access to a suspected underground uranium facility.
The U.N. nuclear watchdog says it is increasingly concerned about Iran refusing access to a suspected underground uranium facility.
Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful gathered outside the Apostolic Nunciature in Lima, thanks God for the blessings received and looks ahead to his visit to the city of Chiclayo, where he was bishop for several years.
Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful gathered outside the Apostolic Nunciature in Lima, thanks God for the blessings received and looks ahead to his visit to the city of Chiclayo, where he was bishop for several years.
During a prayer vigil in Lima, Pope Leo XIV reminds the young people of Peru that even if they fear it is too late to start over or they believe they have made too many mistakes, Jesus knows their story and continues to invite them to walk with Him.
During a prayer vigil in Lima, Pope Leo XIV reminds the young people of Peru that even if they fear it is too late to start over or they believe they have made too many mistakes, Jesus knows their story and continues to invite them to walk with Him.
Pope Leo meets for over an hour with six abuse survivors in Peru and reflects with them "on how to foster a change in mindset through listening to victims, seeking the truth, supporting healing processes, and committing to the creation of safe environments", according to the Holy See Press Office.
Pope Leo meets for over an hour with six abuse survivors in Peru and reflects with them "on how to foster a change in mindset through listening to victims, seeking the truth, supporting healing processes, and committing to the creation of safe environments", according to the Holy See Press Office.
After listening to four testimonies in Lima, Pope Leo addresses challenges facing families, women, workers, and a culturally diverse society, and he calls for greater solidarity and a commitment to the common good.
After listening to four testimonies in Lima, Pope Leo addresses challenges facing families, women, workers, and a culturally diverse society, and he calls for greater solidarity and a commitment to the common good.
In his address to bishops, priests, consecrated men and women, seminarians, synodal teams, and pastoral councils in Lima, Pope Leo XIV highlights the importance of believing in Jesus, fostering reconciliation, being peacemakers, building communion, and engaging in mission.
In his address to bishops, priests, consecrated men and women, seminarians, synodal teams, and pastoral councils in Lima, Pope Leo XIV highlights the importance of believing in Jesus, fostering reconciliation, being peacemakers, building communion, and engaging in mission.
During his meeting with the Bishops of Peru, Pope Leo urges them to be shepherds who combine doctrinal fidelity with pastoral closeness, and to always walk with their people and their fellow Bishops, and before the Lord. Telling them to learn from the holiness of Peru’s saints, he reminds the Peruvian prelates that before the tabernacle, Bishops ‘regain correct perspective on their ministry.’
During his meeting with the Bishops of Peru, Pope Leo urges them to be shepherds who combine doctrinal fidelity with pastoral closeness, and to always walk with their people and their fellow Bishops, and before the Lord. Telling them to learn from the holiness of Peru’s saints, he reminds the Peruvian prelates that before the tabernacle, Bishops ‘regain correct perspective on their ministry.’
Pakistan’s religious leaders, members of the judiciary, government officials, and representatives of the Holy See gather in Islamabad to promote interreligious dialogue, equality before the law, and peaceful coexistence.
Pakistan’s religious leaders, members of the judiciary, government officials, and representatives of the Holy See gather in Islamabad to promote interreligious dialogue, equality before the law, and peaceful coexistence.
During his Apostolic Journey to Peru, Pope Leo XIV recalls the Saints and Blesseds who helped shape the country’s spiritual heritage, as their holiness was lived in tireless service to those most in need.
During his Apostolic Journey to Peru, Pope Leo XIV recalls the Saints and Blesseds who helped shape the country’s spiritual heritage, as their holiness was lived in tireless service to those most in need.
Speaking to authorities and the diplomatic corps for his first public address in Peru, Pope Leo highlights his long-held roots to the country and urges leaders to help protect the “everyday peace” of its people.
Speaking to authorities and the diplomatic corps for his first public address in Peru, Pope Leo highlights his long-held roots to the country and urges leaders to help protect the “everyday peace” of its people.
At the close of his first day in Peru, Pope Leo greets the faithful outside Lima’s Apostolic Nunciature, asking them to pray for peace and to foster unity in their families.
At the close of his first day in Peru, Pope Leo greets the faithful outside Lima’s Apostolic Nunciature, asking them to pray for peace and to foster unity in their families.
The Archbishop of Buenos Aires and the President of the Argentine Bishops' Conference offer a positive assessment of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Argentina, highlighting the impact of his message and the challenges he posed for the Church’s pastoral work in the country.
The Archbishop of Buenos Aires and the President of the Argentine Bishops' Conference offer a positive assessment of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Argentina, highlighting the impact of his message and the challenges he posed for the Church’s pastoral work in the country.
At the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru, two theologians and a political scientist speak about the faith Pope Leo XIV came to know as a missionary, the choices facing young Peruvians and what reconciliation would ask of their country.
At the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru, two theologians and a political scientist speak about the faith Pope Leo XIV came to know as a missionary, the choices facing young Peruvians and what reconciliation would ask of their country.
As Pope Leo XIV departs Argentina, our correspondent in Buenos Aires, Fr. Paul Samasumo, recalls his insistence on Gospel values and points to the next task facing Argentinians: turning the Pope's words into action.
As Pope Leo XIV departs Argentina, our correspondent in Buenos Aires, Fr. Paul Samasumo, recalls his insistence on Gospel values and points to the next task facing Argentinians: turning the Pope's words into action.
Pope Leo XIV concludes his Apostolic Journey to Argentina and departs for Peru, marking the third and final leg of his Apostolic Journey to Latin America.
Pope Leo XIV concludes his Apostolic Journey to Argentina and departs for Peru, marking the third and final leg of his Apostolic Journey to Latin America.
Pope Leo begins his six-day visit to Peru at Callao Air Base, where he is greeted by the people of Peru, who welcome him with open arms.
Pope Leo begins his six-day visit to Peru at Callao Air Base, where he is greeted by the people of Peru, who welcome him with open arms.
At the conclusion of Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Lujan, Pope Leo XIV thanks the people of Argentina for welcoming him with so much affection, and reassures them that he will carry them in his heart.
At the conclusion of Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Lujan, Pope Leo XIV thanks the people of Argentina for welcoming him with so much affection, and reassures them that he will carry them in his heart.
On his final day in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV proposes a journey of reconciliation, enlightenment, communion and mission, and calls for the faithful of Argentina to “build bridges of charity and networks of solidarity.”
On his final day in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV proposes a journey of reconciliation, enlightenment, communion and mission, and calls for the faithful of Argentina to “build bridges of charity and networks of solidarity.”
On his final day in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV visits a federal penitentiary in Buenos Aires, and urges inmates to transform their lives through the limitations and privations they face in prison.
On his final day in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV visits a federal penitentiary in Buenos Aires, and urges inmates to transform their lives through the limitations and privations they face in prison.
The Sisters of Mercy mark 80 years of service in the US territory of Guam with a thanksgiving Mass presided by Archbishop Ryan Jimenez, who praises their contributions to education and care for the vulnerable.
The Sisters of Mercy mark 80 years of service in the US territory of Guam with a thanksgiving Mass presided by Archbishop Ryan Jimenez, who praises their contributions to education and care for the vulnerable.
Through a new short film commissioned by the Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See, four Irish religious sisters of different congregations share powerful stories of faith, courage and service to communities in some of the world's most challenging regions. Their experiences reveal how missionary life goes beyond borders, transforming lives through education, healthcare, empowerment, and a commitment to human dignity.
Through a new short film commissioned by the Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See, four Irish religious sisters of different congregations share powerful stories of faith, courage and service to communities in some of the world's most challenging regions. Their experiences reveal how missionary life goes beyond borders, transforming lives through education, healthcare, empowerment, and a commitment to human dignity.
On his third day in Argentina, the second leg of his Apostolic Journey to South America, Pope Leo XIV visits the city of Córdoba where he celebrated Mass and met with the local clergy and pastoral workers, before ending the day with a prayer vigil with young people back in Buenos Aires.
On his third day in Argentina, the second leg of his Apostolic Journey to South America, Pope Leo XIV visits the city of Córdoba where he celebrated Mass and met with the local clergy and pastoral workers, before ending the day with a prayer vigil with young people back in Buenos Aires.
At a prayer vigil with around 1 million young people in Buenos Aires, Pope Leo XIV invites young people in Argentina to return to Christ in prayer, since it is never too late to respond to God’s call to holiness.
At a prayer vigil with around 1 million young people in Buenos Aires, Pope Leo XIV invites young people in Argentina to return to Christ in prayer, since it is never too late to respond to God’s call to holiness.
Addressing Argentinian clergy and pastoral workers in Córdoba, the Pope calls for renewed fidelity to the original call of Christ, a deeper commitment to the poor and the courage to persevere in mission, even amid suffering and personal limitations.
Addressing Argentinian clergy and pastoral workers in Córdoba, the Pope calls for renewed fidelity to the original call of Christ, a deeper commitment to the poor and the courage to persevere in mission, even amid suffering and personal limitations.
Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful gathered outside the Archbishop’s Residence in Cordoba, and calls all Argentinians to unity, so that they can “accomplish anything.”
Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful gathered outside the Archbishop’s Residence in Cordoba, and calls all Argentinians to unity, so that they can “accomplish anything.”
During his Apostolic Journey to Argentina, Pope Leo XIV recalls the Saints and Blesseds who helped shape the country’s spiritual heritage, as their holiness was lived in tireless service to those most in need.
During his Apostolic Journey to Argentina, Pope Leo XIV recalls the Saints and Blesseds who helped shape the country’s spiritual heritage, as their holiness was lived in tireless service to those most in need.
At Mass celebrated “for the sanctification of the Argentine people,” Pope Leo XIV says carrying out the mission entrusted to us is a “joyful duty” that can best be accomplished by the example of one’s own life.
At Mass celebrated “for the sanctification of the Argentine people,” Pope Leo XIV says carrying out the mission entrusted to us is a “joyful duty” that can best be accomplished by the example of one’s own life.
On the sidelines of the youth prayer vigil in Buenos Aires, Maia Canosa, a journalism student at the Catholic University of Argentina (UCA), tells Vatican News about her experience as a volunteer organizing the event with Pope Leo XIV.
On the sidelines of the youth prayer vigil in Buenos Aires, Maia Canosa, a journalism student at the Catholic University of Argentina (UCA), tells Vatican News about her experience as a volunteer organizing the event with Pope Leo XIV.
The joyful Eucharistic celebration marking 40 years of the Neocatechumenal Way took place this week in Cape Town
The joyful Eucharistic celebration marking 40 years of the Neocatechumenal Way took place this week in Cape Town
In a video message to participants in the International Catholic Commission for Migration’s Plenary Meeting, Pope Leo XIV encourages them to continue welcoming, protecting, promoting, and integrating migrants and refugees, especially in today’s world marked by wars and natural disasters.
In a video message to participants in the International Catholic Commission for Migration’s Plenary Meeting, Pope Leo XIV encourages them to continue welcoming, protecting, promoting, and integrating migrants and refugees, especially in today’s world marked by wars and natural disasters.
Pope Leo XIV concludes his second day in Argentina by greeting the faithful in Buenos Aires, encouraging them to welcome Christ's call to proclaim the Good News with joy.
Pope Leo XIV concludes his second day in Argentina by greeting the faithful in Buenos Aires, encouraging them to welcome Christ's call to proclaim the Good News with joy.
At the end of his second day in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV pauses in prayer before a plaque commemorating Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who served as Archbishop of Buenos Aires for seven years ahead of his election as Pope Francis.
At the end of his second day in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV pauses in prayer before a plaque commemorating Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who served as Archbishop of Buenos Aires for seven years ahead of his election as Pope Francis.
Pope Leo XIV prays Vespers with the Bishops and synodal teams of Argentina, and encourages Church leaders to thank God for everything that promotes the life of their people and to help them proclaim the Gospel.
Pope Leo XIV prays Vespers with the Bishops and synodal teams of Argentina, and encourages Church leaders to thank God for everything that promotes the life of their people and to help them proclaim the Gospel.
Meeting leaders of Christian communities and religious traditions in Argentina's capital, Pope Leo XIV calls for dialogue, fraternity, and a shared commitment to human dignity, freedom, and hope.
Meeting leaders of Christian communities and religious traditions in Argentina's capital, Pope Leo XIV calls for dialogue, fraternity, and a shared commitment to human dignity, freedom, and hope.
Our Editorial Director reflects on Pope Leo XIV's address to the World of Work, saying it offers a comprehensive synthesis of Catholic Social Teaching and an affirmation of Pope Francis’s magisterium.
Our Editorial Director reflects on Pope Leo XIV's address to the World of Work, saying it offers a comprehensive synthesis of Catholic Social Teaching and an affirmation of Pope Francis’s magisterium.
Addressing social movements and the world of work in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Leo XIV stresses that human dignity must always be the top priority, businesses must keep humanity at the heart of their decisions, and technology must always be subject to ethics.
Addressing social movements and the world of work in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Pope Leo XIV stresses that human dignity must always be the top priority, businesses must keep humanity at the heart of their decisions, and technology must always be subject to ethics.
Pope Leo XIV meets for over an hour with five abuse survivors in Argentina and expresses his closeness and “desire to strengthen pathways of protection, goodness, welcome, and accompaniment within the Church."
Pope Leo XIV meets for over an hour with five abuse survivors in Argentina and expresses his closeness and “desire to strengthen pathways of protection, goodness, welcome, and accompaniment within the Church."
At Mass in Buenos Aires for the Feast of the Dedication of St John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV focuses on the Biblical image of the temple as a sign of unity and communion, and highlights the Christian family as a source of genuine renewal.
At Mass in Buenos Aires for the Feast of the Dedication of St John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV focuses on the Biblical image of the temple as a sign of unity and communion, and highlights the Christian family as a source of genuine renewal.
During the Pope's visit to the Don Orione Care Center in Argentina, Pope Leo prays that Christ’s love may triumph over individualism and exclusion, reminding Argentinians that “charity will save the world” because “God is love.”
During the Pope's visit to the Don Orione Care Center in Argentina, Pope Leo prays that Christ’s love may triumph over individualism and exclusion, reminding Argentinians that “charity will save the world” because “God is love.”
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the Don Orione Little Cottolengo in Argentina, the center’s communications manager expresses joy to welcome the Pope to this place that offers assistance to people with disabilities.
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the Don Orione Little Cottolengo in Argentina, the center’s communications manager expresses joy to welcome the Pope to this place that offers assistance to people with disabilities.
In his address to authorities upon his arrival in Argentina, the Pope calls for authority exercised as service, stronger democratic institutions, dialogue across political differences, and economic policies that leave no one behind.
In his address to authorities upon his arrival in Argentina, the Pope calls for authority exercised as service, stronger democratic institutions, dialogue across political differences, and economic policies that leave no one behind.
Upon arriving in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV makes a stop at the San Martín monument in Buenos Aires.
Upon arriving in Argentina, Pope Leo XIV makes a stop at the San Martín monument in Buenos Aires.