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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The just-published report issued by the Pew Research Centre on its findings on how the world’s religious landscape has evolved over the past decade highlights demographic growth, shifting affiliations, and rising secularism. It notes that Christians remain the world’s biggest religious group, although Muslims are growing fastest.
The just-published report issued by the Pew Research Centre on its findings on how the world’s religious landscape has evolved over the past decade highlights demographic growth, shifting affiliations, and rising secularism. It notes that Christians remain the world’s biggest religious group, although Muslims are growing fastest.
US President Donald Trump orders California National Guardsmen and marines to L.A. in response to protests against expanded raids aimed at undocumented migrants.
US President Donald Trump orders California National Guardsmen and marines to L.A. in response to protests against expanded raids aimed at undocumented migrants.
Pope Leo XIV meets with his Pontifical Representatives across the globe, and urges them to bear witness to the Church’s love for the world and her desire to do anything possible to stand on the side of those in need.
Pope Leo XIV meets with his Pontifical Representatives across the globe, and urges them to bear witness to the Church’s love for the world and her desire to do anything possible to stand on the side of those in need.
Catholic business leaders from Thailand and the Philippines gathered at the Baan Phu Waan Pastoral Training Center on June 7–8 for the inaugural session of the Catholic Business Wisdom Enhancement Program, a new formation initiative aimed at aligning business leadership with Christian values.
Catholic business leaders from Thailand and the Philippines gathered at the Baan Phu Waan Pastoral Training Center on June 7–8 for the inaugural session of the Catholic Business Wisdom Enhancement Program, a new formation initiative aimed at aligning business leadership with Christian values.
On 15 June, the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, Italy, will witness the beatification of Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, a young Congolese member of the Community of Sant’Egidio, a martyr who stood up against corruption. The ceremony will be presided over by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
On 15 June, the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, Italy, will witness the beatification of Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, a young Congolese member of the Community of Sant’Egidio, a martyr who stood up against corruption. The ceremony will be presided over by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
In an interview marking the Jubilee of the Holy See and an upcoming audience with Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin describes Apostolic Nuncios as bridges that link the Pope with local Churches, the Church with States, and the world’s wounds with the hope of the Gospel.
In an interview marking the Jubilee of the Holy See and an upcoming audience with Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin describes Apostolic Nuncios as bridges that link the Pope with local Churches, the Church with States, and the world’s wounds with the hope of the Gospel.
The Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Mexico City, Monsignor Francisco Javier Acero, issues an appeal to political authorities and all sectors of society to engage in dialogue and cooperate in locating the thousands of people who have gone missing in recent decades amid rising criminal violence.
The Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Mexico City, Monsignor Francisco Javier Acero, issues an appeal to political authorities and all sectors of society to engage in dialogue and cooperate in locating the thousands of people who have gone missing in recent decades amid rising criminal violence.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for officials of the Roman Curia on the Jubilee of the Holy See, and recalls that the Apostolic See draws its fruitfulness from Jesus Christ and the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for officials of the Roman Curia on the Jubilee of the Holy See, and recalls that the Apostolic See draws its fruitfulness from Jesus Christ and the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
In the context of the celebrations of the Jubilee Year, on 9 June, the Roman Curia, Apostolic Nuncios, and the Governorate gathered at St Peters’ in Rome for their celebration. Ahead of this event, the Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea, Archbishop José Avelino Bettencourt, spoke to Vatican News. He offers some insights related to hope in today’s world context.
In the context of the celebrations of the Jubilee Year, on 9 June, the Roman Curia, Apostolic Nuncios, and the Governorate gathered at St Peters’ in Rome for their celebration. Ahead of this event, the Apostolic Nuncio to Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea, Archbishop José Avelino Bettencourt, spoke to Vatican News. He offers some insights related to hope in today’s world context.
The Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, speaks to Vatican News following his first audience with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican, reflecting on "the very consoling encounter, full of prayer," and reflects on the dramatic situation in the war-torn country.
The Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, speaks to Vatican News following his first audience with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican, reflecting on "the very consoling encounter, full of prayer," and reflects on the dramatic situation in the war-torn country.
In the wake of Pope Leo XIV’s election on May 8, 2025, Vatican Media explores the missionary journey of Robert Francis Prevost in Peru with a new documentary, which airs soon on Vatican Media’s channels.
In the wake of Pope Leo XIV’s election on May 8, 2025, Vatican Media explores the missionary journey of Robert Francis Prevost in Peru with a new documentary, which airs soon on Vatican Media’s channels.
The 8th of June marks a month since Pope Leo XIV was elected. Reflecting on the gift of the Holy Father to the Church in this time of history, Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos shares his thoughts and wishes for Pope Leo XIV.
The 8th of June marks a month since Pope Leo XIV was elected. Reflecting on the gift of the Holy Father to the Church in this time of history, Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos shares his thoughts and wishes for Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV leads the Regina Caeli prayer on the Solemnity of Pentecost, and prays that the Holy Spirit may foster reconciliation where war tears people apart.
Pope Leo XIV leads the Regina Caeli prayer on the Solemnity of Pentecost, and prays that the Holy Spirit may foster reconciliation where war tears people apart.
During the Mass for the Solemnity of Pentecost, Pope Leo XIV recalls how the Holy Spirit accomplished 'something extraordinary' in the lives of the Apostles, and suggests that today, the Holy Spirit likewise descends upon us, ready to shatter our inner chains, fears, and hardened hearts, to make us new.
During the Mass for the Solemnity of Pentecost, Pope Leo XIV recalls how the Holy Spirit accomplished 'something extraordinary' in the lives of the Apostles, and suggests that today, the Holy Spirit likewise descends upon us, ready to shatter our inner chains, fears, and hardened hearts, to make us new.
Pope Leo leads a Pentecost Vigil prayer service for pilgrims taking part in the Jubilee of Ecclesial Movements, Associations, and new Communities.
Pope Leo leads a Pentecost Vigil prayer service for pilgrims taking part in the Jubilee of Ecclesial Movements, Associations, and new Communities.
Our Editorial Director, Andrea Tornielli, explores how the words of Pope Leo XIV can be traced back to similar reflections of Joseph Ratzinger, before his election as Pope Benedict XVI.
Our Editorial Director, Andrea Tornielli, explores how the words of Pope Leo XIV can be traced back to similar reflections of Joseph Ratzinger, before his election as Pope Benedict XVI.
Pope Leo XIV meets with participants in the Symposium “Nicaea and the Church of the Third Millennium: Towards Catholic-Orthodox Unity," and highlights the many aspects that unite Christians, as the Church celebrates the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.
Pope Leo XIV meets with participants in the Symposium “Nicaea and the Church of the Third Millennium: Towards Catholic-Orthodox Unity," and highlights the many aspects that unite Christians, as the Church celebrates the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.
Pope Leo XIV and President Javier Milei of Argentina meet in the Vatican and highlight the importance of urgent efforts in support of peace.
Pope Leo XIV and President Javier Milei of Argentina meet in the Vatican and highlight the importance of urgent efforts in support of peace.
A Thai Catholic religious sister, known for her groundbreaking grassroots initiatives to combat human trafficking, has received national recognition for her work with vulnerable communities in Thailand's remote northern regions.
A Thai Catholic religious sister, known for her groundbreaking grassroots initiatives to combat human trafficking, has received national recognition for her work with vulnerable communities in Thailand's remote northern regions.
At the heart of the meeting at the Secretariat of State was the proposal to establish a global fund to eliminate world hunger and promote the development of the poorest countries, as well as the international situation, including the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
At the heart of the meeting at the Secretariat of State was the proposal to establish a global fund to eliminate world hunger and promote the development of the poorest countries, as well as the international situation, including the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point, with food aid becoming a tool of political strategy rather than relief. The failure of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a joint Israeli-American initiative, highlights the collapse of efforts to secure a ceasefire and exposes deeper tensions over control, legitimacy, and the future governance of the Strip.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point, with food aid becoming a tool of political strategy rather than relief. The failure of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a joint Israeli-American initiative, highlights the collapse of efforts to secure a ceasefire and exposes deeper tensions over control, legitimacy, and the future governance of the Strip.
In a conversation with Vatican Media, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert expresses his opinion that a truce for Gaza is not sufficient and that there is no viable path to coexistence other than a two-state solution.
In a conversation with Vatican Media, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert expresses his opinion that a truce for Gaza is not sufficient and that there is no viable path to coexistence other than a two-state solution.
In Chiclayo, northern Peru, five charity projects promoted by the former local bishop, Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, have been given new life.
In Chiclayo, northern Peru, five charity projects promoted by the former local bishop, Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, have been given new life.
Prague hosts the 35th Meeting of the European Bishops’ Conference spokespersons gathering Catholic press officers from across Europe.
Prague hosts the 35th Meeting of the European Bishops’ Conference spokespersons gathering Catholic press officers from across Europe.
Pope Leo XIV holds a private audience with the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, who was accompanied by his children and several grandchildren.
Pope Leo XIV holds a private audience with the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, who was accompanied by his children and several grandchildren.
In an audience with moderators of lay associations, ecclesial movements, and new communities, Pope Leo highlights hierarchical and charismatic gifts as essential aspects of the Church.
In an audience with moderators of lay associations, ecclesial movements, and new communities, Pope Leo highlights hierarchical and charismatic gifts as essential aspects of the Church.
As he presented his credential letters to the Pope this week, Keith Pitt, the new Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, gave Pope Leo XIV biscuits, wine, and a homemade quilt from students at a Catholic school.
As he presented his credential letters to the Pope this week, Keith Pitt, the new Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, gave Pope Leo XIV biscuits, wine, and a homemade quilt from students at a Catholic school.
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of three religious congregations, and highlights the Church’s beauty which they express through their diverse charisms and apostolic missions.
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of three religious congregations, and highlights the Church’s beauty which they express through their diverse charisms and apostolic missions.
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to priests serving in the Paris region, and encourages them to cultivate fraternity and unity, even amid challenging ecclesial and social conditions.
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to priests serving in the Paris region, and encourages them to cultivate fraternity and unity, even amid challenging ecclesial and social conditions.
In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Priests ordained on Ascension Day, relics of Cardinal Hossu are to be displayed at the Vatican, and Global Coptic Day is marked worldwide.
In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Priests ordained on Ascension Day, relics of Cardinal Hossu are to be displayed at the Vatican, and Global Coptic Day is marked worldwide.
The Vatican Secretary for Relations with States visits Cuba to mark 90 years of diplomatic relations between the Holy See and Havana. The visit also highlights the Holy See’s continued commitment to accompanying the Cuban people and supporting the common good.
The Vatican Secretary for Relations with States visits Cuba to mark 90 years of diplomatic relations between the Holy See and Havana. The visit also highlights the Holy See’s continued commitment to accompanying the Cuban people and supporting the common good.
The Republic of Korea hosts the 2025 edition of this World Day as the theme challenges everyone to combat the ever-growing problem of plastic pollution.
The Republic of Korea hosts the 2025 edition of this World Day as the theme challenges everyone to combat the ever-growing problem of plastic pollution.
The Dicastery for Evangelization continues to have a profound impact on the lives of religious sisters, especially those from regions that fall under the jurisdiction or competence of the Dicastery—primarily in Asia and African countries. Through scholarships provided by the Dicastery, these religious women study at pontifical universities, particularly at the Pontifical Urban University (Pontificia Università Urbaniana).
The Dicastery for Evangelization continues to have a profound impact on the lives of religious sisters, especially those from regions that fall under the jurisdiction or competence of the Dicastery—primarily in Asia and African countries. Through scholarships provided by the Dicastery, these religious women study at pontifical universities, particularly at the Pontifical Urban University (Pontificia Università Urbaniana).
Pope Leo XIV encounters the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors in the Vatican.
Pope Leo XIV encounters the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors in the Vatican.
The Jubilee of Movements, Associations, and New Communities is set to take place in Rome on June 7-8, with over 70,000 pilgrims expected to participate in the events that will culminate in the Mass of Pentecost Sunday with Pope Leo XIV.
The Jubilee of Movements, Associations, and New Communities is set to take place in Rome on June 7-8, with over 70,000 pilgrims expected to participate in the events that will culminate in the Mass of Pentecost Sunday with Pope Leo XIV.
In this interview with Vatican News, Cardinal Seán O’Malley talks about the work of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors; raising awareness in the Church about clerical abuse; and the Church’s priorities, especially the need to put victims and their families first.
In this interview with Vatican News, Cardinal Seán O’Malley talks about the work of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors; raising awareness in the Church about clerical abuse; and the Church’s priorities, especially the need to put victims and their families first.
Pope Leo XIV meets with officials of the Vatican Secretariat of State, and invites them to never let ambition or rivalry stand in the way of serving as a community that acts as a hub between the Holy See and the Church around the world.
Pope Leo XIV meets with officials of the Vatican Secretariat of State, and invites them to never let ambition or rivalry stand in the way of serving as a community that acts as a hub between the Holy See and the Church around the world.
Speaking by phone with President Vladimir Putin, Pope Leo XIV urges Russia to take a step that favours peace, underlining the importance of dialogue.
Speaking by phone with President Vladimir Putin, Pope Leo XIV urges Russia to take a step that favours peace, underlining the importance of dialogue.
On Tuesday, 3 June 2025, thousands of Ugandan pilgrims and visitors from across Africa and beyond converged at the Namugongo Ugandan Martyrs Shrine to commemorate the feast of the 22 Catholics executed between 1885 and 1887 on the orders of Buganda King Mwanga II for refusing to renounce their faith.
On Tuesday, 3 June 2025, thousands of Ugandan pilgrims and visitors from across Africa and beyond converged at the Namugongo Ugandan Martyrs Shrine to commemorate the feast of the 22 Catholics executed between 1885 and 1887 on the orders of Buganda King Mwanga II for refusing to renounce their faith.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that God waits for us with open arms, no matter how late we are in responding to His call, and also reminds young people that if they are seeking meaning in Life, God will offer it to them and never disappoint.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that God waits for us with open arms, no matter how late we are in responding to His call, and also reminds young people that if they are seeking meaning in Life, God will offer it to them and never disappoint.
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the National Italian American Foundation in the Vatican on Wednesday morning, recalling that "a hallmark of many who immigrated to the United States from Italy was their Catholic faith," which he says sustained them in difficult moments.
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the National Italian American Foundation in the Vatican on Wednesday morning, recalling that "a hallmark of many who immigrated to the United States from Italy was their Catholic faith," which he says sustained them in difficult moments.
In an interview with the Italian daily “La Stampa,” Cardinal Pietro Parolin reiterates the Holy See’s unwavering commitment to peace, warning against the normalization of war and the illusion that armed conflict is an unavoidable solution.
In an interview with the Italian daily “La Stampa,” Cardinal Pietro Parolin reiterates the Holy See’s unwavering commitment to peace, warning against the normalization of war and the illusion that armed conflict is an unavoidable solution.
At least 24 Palestinians were killed and dozens injured by Israeli army fire while waiting for humanitarian aid in the southern Gaza city of Rafah.
At least 24 Palestinians were killed and dozens injured by Israeli army fire while waiting for humanitarian aid in the southern Gaza city of Rafah.
Pope Leo XIV releases his first monthly prayer intention for the month of June, inviting the faithful to pray "that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from His Heart, learn to have compassion on the world."
Pope Leo XIV releases his first monthly prayer intention for the month of June, inviting the faithful to pray "that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from His Heart, learn to have compassion on the world."
Valeriya Ygoshyna, a Ukrainian investigative journalist, has worked since the start of the war in Ukraine to gather proof of Russian violence against Ukrainian citizens, seeking to restore hope.
Valeriya Ygoshyna, a Ukrainian investigative journalist, has worked since the start of the war in Ukraine to gather proof of Russian violence against Ukrainian citizens, seeking to restore hope.
To close the month of May and prepare for Pentecost, Catholics from the diocese of Da Nang, Vietnam make a pilgrimage to the site of a Marian apparition.
To close the month of May and prepare for Pentecost, Catholics from the diocese of Da Nang, Vietnam make a pilgrimage to the site of a Marian apparition.
Catholic media organizations in Nairobi celebrated World Communications Day with a powerful message of unity, compassion, and hope. The event brought together media representatives from various Catholic outlets across the city and beyond, emphasising the vital role of communication in fostering hope and understanding in today’s digital age.
Catholic media organizations in Nairobi celebrated World Communications Day with a powerful message of unity, compassion, and hope. The event brought together media representatives from various Catholic outlets across the city and beyond, emphasising the vital role of communication in fostering hope and understanding in today’s digital age.
Following the murders of two priests in the Kerio Valley, the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of the Sacred Heart close their facilities in that region of Kenya.
Following the murders of two priests in the Kerio Valley, the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of the Sacred Heart close their facilities in that region of Kenya.
Expressing his deep sadness at news of an antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, the Archbishop of Denver, Samuel Aquila, calls for prayers for victims, saying, “This type of violence must come to an end, as it only fuels hatred.”
Expressing his deep sadness at news of an antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, the Archbishop of Denver, Samuel Aquila, calls for prayers for victims, saying, “This type of violence must come to an end, as it only fuels hatred.”
For 26 years, the Bethany Mission to Support Priests has united lay people and clergy to pray together for priests. Sr. Daria Tyborska says the initiative reminds the faithful that their job is to pray for priests, not just complain about them or focus on their mistakes.
For 26 years, the Bethany Mission to Support Priests has united lay people and clergy to pray together for priests. Sr. Daria Tyborska says the initiative reminds the faithful that their job is to pray for priests, not just complain about them or focus on their mistakes.