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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In a telegram of condolences, Pope Leo XIV praises the late Cardinal Paolo Romeo, Archbishop Emeritus of Palermo, who passed away at age 88 on Sunday, saying he remembers "with affection this dear brother who generously served the Gospel and the Church."
In a telegram of condolences, Pope Leo XIV praises the late Cardinal Paolo Romeo, Archbishop Emeritus of Palermo, who passed away at age 88 on Sunday, saying he remembers "with affection this dear brother who generously served the Gospel and the Church."
Meeting with religious sisters holding their General Chapter, Pope Leo XIV invites consecrated religious to care for the spiritual and temporal wellbeing of their neighbors.
Meeting with religious sisters holding their General Chapter, Pope Leo XIV invites consecrated religious to care for the spiritual and temporal wellbeing of their neighbors.
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar, in the Vatican on Monday.
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar, in the Vatican on Monday.
The Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, celebrates Mass at Baltimore’s Basilica of the Assumption, the first Catholic Cathedral built in the United States.
The Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, celebrates Mass at Baltimore’s Basilica of the Assumption, the first Catholic Cathedral built in the United States.
The Indonesian Catholic Society Forum launches a five-year plan to bring Catholic social teaching into public life through civic education, policy advocacy and leadership formation.
The Indonesian Catholic Society Forum launches a five-year plan to bring Catholic social teaching into public life through civic education, policy advocacy and leadership formation.
The Daughters of Charity in Bratislava encounter people experiencing homelessness, the sick, the dying, and young people searching for meaning in life every day. Through their ministry, they demonstrate that evangelization today often means offering a simple, steadfast, and compassionate presence alongside those in need..
The Daughters of Charity in Bratislava encounter people experiencing homelessness, the sick, the dying, and young people searching for meaning in life every day. Through their ministry, they demonstrate that evangelization today often means offering a simple, steadfast, and compassionate presence alongside those in need..
On the sidelines of the International Meeting for Peace in Assisi, the regional director of the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa, Hala Alkarib, speaks about the importance of turning words into concrete actions for peace.
On the sidelines of the International Meeting for Peace in Assisi, the regional director of the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa, Hala Alkarib, speaks about the importance of turning words into concrete actions for peace.
Reconciliation remains a key foundation for building peaceful, united, and resilient societies, especially in countries recovering from the wounds of conflict and mass violence. In Rwanda, the Catholic Church continues to play a vital role in rebuilding relationships, integrating former prisoners into society, and nurturing a new generation committed to peace, unity, and national development.
Reconciliation remains a key foundation for building peaceful, united, and resilient societies, especially in countries recovering from the wounds of conflict and mass violence. In Rwanda, the Catholic Church continues to play a vital role in rebuilding relationships, integrating former prisoners into society, and nurturing a new generation committed to peace, unity, and national development.
Houthi fighters have launched a series of attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia and the seat of Yemen’s internationally recognised government in Aden.
Houthi fighters have launched a series of attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia and the seat of Yemen’s internationally recognised government in Aden.
The Archdiocese of New York and attorneys for around 1,300 people who reported sexual abuse by clergy have agreed to an $800 million settlement of their legal claims.
The Archdiocese of New York and attorneys for around 1,300 people who reported sexual abuse by clergy have agreed to an $800 million settlement of their legal claims.
Following the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV draws attention to the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, remembers the victims in Jordan, and looks ahead to the Assisi gathering marking 40 years since the first World Day of Prayer for Peace.
Following the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV draws attention to the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, remembers the victims in Jordan, and looks ahead to the Assisi gathering marking 40 years since the first World Day of Prayer for Peace.
During his Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo reflects on the greatest commandment, stressing that love is the essence of faith and must become a gift for those around us.
During his Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo reflects on the greatest commandment, stressing that love is the essence of faith and must become a gift for those around us.
Pope Leo XIV has authorised decrees recognising the heroic virtues of two missionary bishops, Friedrich Kaiser Depel and Oreste Marengo; Margarita Bavosi, a consecrated laywoman of the Focolare Movement; diocesan priests Domenico Pogliani and Alessandro Vitetti; and Capuchin friar Daniele of San Giovanni Rotondo.
Pope Leo XIV has authorised decrees recognising the heroic virtues of two missionary bishops, Friedrich Kaiser Depel and Oreste Marengo; Margarita Bavosi, a consecrated laywoman of the Focolare Movement; diocesan priests Domenico Pogliani and Alessandro Vitetti; and Capuchin friar Daniele of San Giovanni Rotondo.
Bishop Krzysztof Józef Nykiel, the Regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary, closes a two-day formation seminar in Rome dedicated to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and offers four practical guidelines for going to Confession.
Bishop Krzysztof Józef Nykiel, the Regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary, closes a two-day formation seminar in Rome dedicated to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and offers four practical guidelines for going to Confession.
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Jesus Youth International Conference, and praises efforts to engage young people in the life of the Church by helping them discover Christ’s love.
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Jesus Youth International Conference, and praises efforts to engage young people in the life of the Church by helping them discover Christ’s love.
As the Church celebrates the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: “The love commandment.”
As the Church celebrates the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: “The love commandment.”
Ukraine and Russia confirm an agreement on a local ceasefire in Oleshky, where civilians face a severe food crisis. US mediation, involving First Lady Melania Trump, proved instrumental in securing the agreement. President Zelensky also confirms new trilateral talks with the United States and Russia in Abu Dhabi in November.
Ukraine and Russia confirm an agreement on a local ceasefire in Oleshky, where civilians face a severe food crisis. US mediation, involving First Lady Melania Trump, proved instrumental in securing the agreement. President Zelensky also confirms new trilateral talks with the United States and Russia in Abu Dhabi in November.
Archbishop Christophe El Kassis calls for resources devoted to weapons to be redirected towards people living in poverty, warning that rising military expenditure stands in stark contrast to urgent humanitarian and development needs.
Archbishop Christophe El Kassis calls for resources devoted to weapons to be redirected towards people living in poverty, warning that rising military expenditure stands in stark contrast to urgent humanitarian and development needs.
The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, thanking him for his appeals for peace and the Holy See’s humanitarian efforts on behalf of prisoners and children, as well as its concern for the people of Oleshky.
The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, thanking him for his appeals for peace and the Holy See’s humanitarian efforts on behalf of prisoners and children, as well as its concern for the people of Oleshky.
Two gunmen open fire during a funeral service at a Christian place of worship in the south of the country. According to local media, ten people are injured, some seriously. Authorities have launched an investigation to establish the circumstances of the attack and identify those responsible.
Two gunmen open fire during a funeral service at a Christian place of worship in the south of the country. According to local media, ten people are injured, some seriously. Authorities have launched an investigation to establish the circumstances of the attack and identify those responsible.
Archbishop Luis Marín de San Martín, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity, is preparing to undertake a mission to Ukraine from 27 to 30 October, with the full involvement of both the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and the Latin-rite Church.
Archbishop Luis Marín de San Martín, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity, is preparing to undertake a mission to Ukraine from 27 to 30 October, with the full involvement of both the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and the Latin-rite Church.
The appointment follows King Charles III’s acceptance of the title of Royal Confrater of the Papal Basilica of St Paul’s Outside the Walls in Rome during his State Visit to the Holy See in October 2025.
The appointment follows King Charles III’s acceptance of the title of Royal Confrater of the Papal Basilica of St Paul’s Outside the Walls in Rome during his State Visit to the Holy See in October 2025.
In a pastoral letter titled 'Wonder of America', written in preparation for the 500th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Archbishop José Gomez of Los Angeles reflects on his deep personal devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, the history and holiness of the Americas, and the Church’s continuing mission to bring Christ to the world.
In a pastoral letter titled 'Wonder of America', written in preparation for the 500th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Archbishop José Gomez of Los Angeles reflects on his deep personal devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, the history and holiness of the Americas, and the Church’s continuing mission to bring Christ to the world.
The Psalms with John Paul II concert held in Rome marks the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Vatican John Paul II Foundation, featuring psalms sung in Polish, Italian, and English, together with the Our Father in Swahili and uniting those gathered in prayer.
The Psalms with John Paul II concert held in Rome marks the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Vatican John Paul II Foundation, featuring psalms sung in Polish, Italian, and English, together with the Our Father in Swahili and uniting those gathered in prayer.
Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe speaks at the International Congress for Pastoral Care in Schools and Universities, taking place at the Vatican, and reflects on ways to inspire the imagination of young people during the digital age.
Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe speaks at the International Congress for Pastoral Care in Schools and Universities, taking place at the Vatican, and reflects on ways to inspire the imagination of young people during the digital age.
Bishop Krzysztof Nykiel, Regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary, illustrates an upcoming seminar and invites the faithful to rediscover the Sacrament of Reconciliation, reminding them that no one is too great a sinner to return to God and receive His mercy.
Bishop Krzysztof Nykiel, Regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary, illustrates an upcoming seminar and invites the faithful to rediscover the Sacrament of Reconciliation, reminding them that no one is too great a sinner to return to God and receive His mercy.
At a conference in Frankfurt, Cardinal Michael Czerny calls for theological education that is rooted in faith, attentive to human suffering, and committed to dialogue amid the challenges of artificial intelligence and social injustice.
At a conference in Frankfurt, Cardinal Michael Czerny calls for theological education that is rooted in faith, attentive to human suffering, and committed to dialogue amid the challenges of artificial intelligence and social injustice.
Pope Leo XIV urges members of the Pontifical Gregorian University’s Faculty of Canon Law to undertake their studies “in light of the mystery of the Church,” always intent on promoting “the supernatural good of persons” through the pursuit of true justice, which is never separated from truth and mercy.”
Pope Leo XIV urges members of the Pontifical Gregorian University’s Faculty of Canon Law to undertake their studies “in light of the mystery of the Church,” always intent on promoting “the supernatural good of persons” through the pursuit of true justice, which is never separated from truth and mercy.”
Pope Leo XIV will not make his scheduled visit to Assisi on October 27 upon the advice of his doctors, who confirm that his recovery is going very well following his recent thoracic surgery.
Pope Leo XIV will not make his scheduled visit to Assisi on October 27 upon the advice of his doctors, who confirm that his recovery is going very well following his recent thoracic surgery.
Our Editorial Director reflects on the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith's new document entitled “Venite ad Me: Considerations on the Transmission of the Faith in an Epochal Change."
Our Editorial Director reflects on the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith's new document entitled “Venite ad Me: Considerations on the Transmission of the Faith in an Epochal Change."
The Secretary of State celebrates Mass at the tomb of the Polish Pope on the day of his liturgical memorial and remembers how in 2005 he said how peace needs to be “maintained and fostered by decisions and actions inspired by good.”
The Secretary of State celebrates Mass at the tomb of the Polish Pope on the day of his liturgical memorial and remembers how in 2005 he said how peace needs to be “maintained and fostered by decisions and actions inspired by good.”
Indonesia’s new Camino de Flores walking pilgrimage aims to connect faith, culture, and local development, as Church representatives urge solidarity with communities along the route.
Indonesia’s new Camino de Flores walking pilgrimage aims to connect faith, culture, and local development, as Church representatives urge solidarity with communities along the route.
The Catholic faithful from across Uganda and beyond gathered at Wipolo Martyrs Shrine in Agago District, Gulu Archdiocese, this week 20 October, to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the martyrdom of Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa. These young catechists were killed in 1918 for their steadfast witness to the Christian faith.
The Catholic faithful from across Uganda and beyond gathered at Wipolo Martyrs Shrine in Agago District, Gulu Archdiocese, this week 20 October, to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the martyrdom of Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa. These young catechists were killed in 1918 for their steadfast witness to the Christian faith.
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, and the President of Honduras, Nasry Juan Asfura Zablah, sign an agreement consolidating the existing good bilateral relations between Honduras and the Holy See, safeguarding the legal personality of the Church, and promoting cooperation between the Church and State.
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, and the President of Honduras, Nasry Juan Asfura Zablah, sign an agreement consolidating the existing good bilateral relations between Honduras and the Holy See, safeguarding the legal personality of the Church, and promoting cooperation between the Church and State.
On the feast day of Pope St. John Paul II—the creator of World Youth Day—Pope Leo XIV sends a message to young people around the world, urging them to register for WYD Seoul 2027, saying it will offer an experience of “an even greater sense of unity, for we are all members of the one Body of Christ.”
On the feast day of Pope St. John Paul II—the creator of World Youth Day—Pope Leo XIV sends a message to young people around the world, urging them to register for WYD Seoul 2027, saying it will offer an experience of “an even greater sense of unity, for we are all members of the one Body of Christ.”
The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith releases a document entitled “Venite ad Me: Considerations on the Transmission of the Faith in an Epochal Change,” which explores how the Church should focus on evangelizing adults, as well as catechizing children and teenagers.
The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith releases a document entitled “Venite ad Me: Considerations on the Transmission of the Faith in an Epochal Change,” which explores how the Church should focus on evangelizing adults, as well as catechizing children and teenagers.
Meeting with participants in the International Congress for Pastoral Care in Schools and Universities, Pope Leo XIV urges Catholic educational institutions to make young people feel encouraged and loved, in order to help younger generations build a better world.
Meeting with participants in the International Congress for Pastoral Care in Schools and Universities, Pope Leo XIV urges Catholic educational institutions to make young people feel encouraged and loved, in order to help younger generations build a better world.
Addressing a delegation of the American Jewish Committee, Pope Leo XIV encourages everyone to work together to promote human dignity, defend religious freedom, and reject all forms of religious and ethnic hatred and discrimination.
Addressing a delegation of the American Jewish Committee, Pope Leo XIV encourages everyone to work together to promote human dignity, defend religious freedom, and reject all forms of religious and ethnic hatred and discrimination.
Pope Leo XIV’s doctors confirm that the tumor removed on October 13 was a lung adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localized, noting that "no further treatment is necessary."
Pope Leo XIV’s doctors confirm that the tumor removed on October 13 was a lung adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localized, noting that "no further treatment is necessary."
Monsignor Juan Antonio Cruz Serrano, speaking at an extraordinary session of the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States, notes that reflecting on the “lights and shadows” of the encounter between two worlds—Europe and the peoples of the Americas—“does not mean remaining a prisoner of the past, but rather learning from it to build a different future”.
Monsignor Juan Antonio Cruz Serrano, speaking at an extraordinary session of the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States, notes that reflecting on the “lights and shadows” of the encounter between two worlds—Europe and the peoples of the Americas—“does not mean remaining a prisoner of the past, but rather learning from it to build a different future”.
The patriarchs and heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue a statement firmly condemning the “heinous attack” carried out on Saturday, October 17, by “masked settlers” in the Christian village of Taybeh.
The patriarchs and heads of Churches in Jerusalem issue a statement firmly condemning the “heinous attack” carried out on Saturday, October 17, by “masked settlers” in the Christian village of Taybeh.
The Vatican Secretary of State opens five days of meetings to mark the 150th anniversary of the Faculty of Canon Law at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and speaks about law and new technologies, drawing from Pope Leo’s encyclical "Magnifica humanitas".
The Vatican Secretary of State opens five days of meetings to mark the 150th anniversary of the Faculty of Canon Law at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and speaks about law and new technologies, drawing from Pope Leo’s encyclical "Magnifica humanitas".
Over 100 Catholic sisters and lay people gather in Chicago with Vatican representatives to strengthen Church ministries through collaboration and storytelling in service of human dignity and the common good.
Over 100 Catholic sisters and lay people gather in Chicago with Vatican representatives to strengthen Church ministries through collaboration and storytelling in service of human dignity and the common good.
The Holy See calls for a response to organized crime that protects vulnerable people and places human dignity at the center of justice, with a focus on education and international cooperation.
The Holy See calls for a response to organized crime that protects vulnerable people and places human dignity at the center of justice, with a focus on education and international cooperation.
At his first Wednesday General Audience after having undergone surgery, Pope Leo XIV thanks everyone for their prayers and reflects on the role of families as the foundation of society, emphasizing the important bond between spouses and the gift of having children.
At his first Wednesday General Audience after having undergone surgery, Pope Leo XIV thanks everyone for their prayers and reflects on the role of families as the foundation of society, emphasizing the important bond between spouses and the gift of having children.
Pope Leo XIV greets participants in the “Holiness in History” Conference organized by Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, taking place at the Pontifical Augustinianum Patristic Institute in Rome.
Pope Leo XIV greets participants in the “Holiness in History” Conference organized by Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, taking place at the Pontifical Augustinianum Patristic Institute in Rome.
Antonio El Helou, the 22 year-old founder of Lebanon Faith Tours, tells Vatican News that international travellers should “not be afraid” of visiting the country’s historic religious sites.
Antonio El Helou, the 22 year-old founder of Lebanon Faith Tours, tells Vatican News that international travellers should “not be afraid” of visiting the country’s historic religious sites.
The Autumn Plenary Assembly of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), held in Brussels from 12 to 16 October, concluded with a statement calling for Artificial Intelligence (AI) to be placed at the service of the human person, the common good and peace.
The Autumn Plenary Assembly of the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE), held in Brussels from 12 to 16 October, concluded with a statement calling for Artificial Intelligence (AI) to be placed at the service of the human person, the common good and peace.
At the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the UN insists on the need to eliminate nuclear weapons in order to promote peace and international security.
At the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the UN insists on the need to eliminate nuclear weapons in order to promote peace and international security.
As the Church marked the centenary of World Mission Sunday this weekend, more than 1,600 children in embattled Myanmar gathered to celebrate the Day, during which Myanmar's Cardinal Charles Maung Bo, Archbishop of Yangon, said that even children can be missionaries by sharing their love of Jesus.
As the Church marked the centenary of World Mission Sunday this weekend, more than 1,600 children in embattled Myanmar gathered to celebrate the Day, during which Myanmar's Cardinal Charles Maung Bo, Archbishop of Yangon, said that even children can be missionaries by sharing their love of Jesus.