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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As the Church marks World Day of Prayer and Reflection against Trafficking in Persons on February 8, Talitha Kum’s International Coordinator, Sr Abby Avelino, outlines current challenges and priorities in the fight against human trafficking.
As the Church marks World Day of Prayer and Reflection against Trafficking in Persons on February 8, Talitha Kum’s International Coordinator, Sr Abby Avelino, outlines current challenges and priorities in the fight against human trafficking.
In a rescript, Pope Leo XIV approves the new statute of the academy established in 1946 by the Order of Friars Minor to promote and coordinate mariological and Marian studies worldwide.
In a rescript, Pope Leo XIV approves the new statute of the academy established in 1946 by the Order of Friars Minor to promote and coordinate mariological and Marian studies worldwide.
As the Church marks the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on "The grit of light: When mercy displaces darkness."
As the Church marks the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on "The grit of light: When mercy displaces darkness."
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem speaks about October 7, his visits to the Gaza Strip, the 'Board of Peace', the two-state solution, and the situation of Christians in the Holy Land.
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem speaks about October 7, his visits to the Gaza Strip, the 'Board of Peace', the two-state solution, and the situation of Christians in the Holy Land.
Pope Leo XIV sends a letter to Cardinal Michael Czerny, his special envoy for the 34th World Day of the Sick celebration on 11 February at the Shrine of Our Lady of Peace in Chiclayo, Peru. He invites the sick to offer their suffering to the Lord for world peace and to bear witness to faith, hope, and charity, together with those who care for them.
Pope Leo XIV sends a letter to Cardinal Michael Czerny, his special envoy for the 34th World Day of the Sick celebration on 11 February at the Shrine of Our Lady of Peace in Chiclayo, Peru. He invites the sick to offer their suffering to the Lord for world peace and to bear witness to faith, hope, and charity, together with those who care for them.
Pope Leo XIV accepts the resignation of Bishop Samuel Joseph Aquila and appoints James R. Golka as the new Archbishop of Denver, Colorado in the United States.
Pope Leo XIV accepts the resignation of Bishop Samuel Joseph Aquila and appoints James R. Golka as the new Archbishop of Denver, Colorado in the United States.
In his homily during the beatification Mass, Cardinal Marcello Semeraro highlights how Father Salvador Valera Parra embodied what the apostle St. Paul called "the scent of Christ" and left a lasting testimony and model of life.
In his homily during the beatification Mass, Cardinal Marcello Semeraro highlights how Father Salvador Valera Parra embodied what the apostle St. Paul called "the scent of Christ" and left a lasting testimony and model of life.
After yet another massive attack by the Russian army on Ukrainian cities, Bishop Jan Sobilo, Auxiliary Bishop of the Kharkiv–Zaporizhzhia Diocese, speaks about this difficult night and the daily reality of life under shelling.
After yet another massive attack by the Russian army on Ukrainian cities, Bishop Jan Sobilo, Auxiliary Bishop of the Kharkiv–Zaporizhzhia Diocese, speaks about this difficult night and the daily reality of life under shelling.
Bukuru Claude, from Burundi, shares with Vatican News his experience of being trafficked and how today he works with Talitha Kum, to raise awareness and prevent other tragedies linked to this phenomenon.
Bukuru Claude, from Burundi, shares with Vatican News his experience of being trafficked and how today he works with Talitha Kum, to raise awareness and prevent other tragedies linked to this phenomenon.
Hailing from the southern African nation of Botswana, Lone Botshelo is in Rome to participate in an international gathering organized by the "Talitha Kum" anti-trafficking network as it prepares to mark the annual "International Day of Awareness and Prayer Against Human Trafficking" on 8 February.
Hailing from the southern African nation of Botswana, Lone Botshelo is in Rome to participate in an international gathering organized by the "Talitha Kum" anti-trafficking network as it prepares to mark the annual "International Day of Awareness and Prayer Against Human Trafficking" on 8 February.
At least 31 people die, and some 170 others suffer injury in a suicide attack during Friday prayers in a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad.
At least 31 people die, and some 170 others suffer injury in a suicide attack during Friday prayers in a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad.
The Regional Conference of Major Superiors of Southern Africa (RCMSSA) has concluded its Second General Assembly in Luanda, Angola, marking a renewed commitment to unity, mission, and collaboration among consecrated men and women in the region.
The Regional Conference of Major Superiors of Southern Africa (RCMSSA) has concluded its Second General Assembly in Luanda, Angola, marking a renewed commitment to unity, mission, and collaboration among consecrated men and women in the region.
In a nursing home in southern Brazil, the Little Missionaries of Mary Immaculate bear witness to the value of live, the transformative power of loving hospitality, and attention to others’ needs, and they share their mission with a resident priest.
In a nursing home in southern Brazil, the Little Missionaries of Mary Immaculate bear witness to the value of live, the transformative power of loving hospitality, and attention to others’ needs, and they share their mission with a resident priest.
Pope Leo XIV releases a message to mark the 12th World Day against Human Trafficking, and pledges the Catholic Church’s commitment to confront and bring an end to this “grave crime against humanity.”
Pope Leo XIV releases a message to mark the 12th World Day against Human Trafficking, and pledges the Catholic Church’s commitment to confront and bring an end to this “grave crime against humanity.”
With dozens of new transitional deacons ordained this year, Church leaders and commentators in Vietnam are emphasizing the need to transform abundant vocations into authentic missionary service.
With dozens of new transitional deacons ordained this year, Church leaders and commentators in Vietnam are emphasizing the need to transform abundant vocations into authentic missionary service.
Ahead of the opening ceremony of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games in northern Italy, Pope Leo XIV issues the letter 'Life in Abundance' on the value of sport.
Ahead of the opening ceremony of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games in northern Italy, Pope Leo XIV issues the letter 'Life in Abundance' on the value of sport.
The Catholic Bishops of Sierra Leone condemn rising incidents of attacks against priests, religious men and women, and Church property throughout the country.
The Catholic Bishops of Sierra Leone condemn rising incidents of attacks against priests, religious men and women, and Church property throughout the country.
Pope Leo XIV addresses the participants in the plenary assembly of the Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life, and stresses the importance of Christian formation, highlighting the need to prevent all forms of abuse.
Pope Leo XIV addresses the participants in the plenary assembly of the Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life, and stresses the importance of Christian formation, highlighting the need to prevent all forms of abuse.
“When we heard the words of the Holy Father, Pope Leo (during the Sunday Angelus), we all felt assured because we felt the solidarity and closeness of the Pope and of everyone here in Mozambique,” Archbishop João Carlos Hatoa Nunes of Maputo Archdiocese has said. He made the remarks in an interview with Vatican News.
“When we heard the words of the Holy Father, Pope Leo (during the Sunday Angelus), we all felt assured because we felt the solidarity and closeness of the Pope and of everyone here in Mozambique,” Archbishop João Carlos Hatoa Nunes of Maputo Archdiocese has said. He made the remarks in an interview with Vatican News.
In a Rescript, Leo XIV approves the new Statute of the John Paul II Foundation for the Sahel, established in 1984 to alleviate the suffering of those living in this region and affected by drought, desertification, and famine.
In a Rescript, Leo XIV approves the new Statute of the John Paul II Foundation for the Sahel, established in 1984 to alleviate the suffering of those living in this region and affected by drought, desertification, and famine.
Catholic leaders, religious congregations, humanitarian organizations, and child-protection experts from around the world meet in Rome to strengthen the Church’s response to the escalating world crises facing children.
Catholic leaders, religious congregations, humanitarian organizations, and child-protection experts from around the world meet in Rome to strengthen the Church’s response to the escalating world crises facing children.
Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of Feburary, and invites Catholics to pray with him to recognize the face of God in every suffering child.
Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of Feburary, and invites Catholics to pray with him to recognize the face of God in every suffering child.
In the rugged terrain and remote communities of Papua New Guinea, geographical landscape often limits access to pastoral and social services. The Franciscan Sisters of Mary (FSM) offer a quiet and steadfast presence, making a profound difference in the pastoral life of the local Church.
In the rugged terrain and remote communities of Papua New Guinea, geographical landscape often limits access to pastoral and social services. The Franciscan Sisters of Mary (FSM) offer a quiet and steadfast presence, making a profound difference in the pastoral life of the local Church.
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, called for nations to help individuals, families, and other groups to achieve the common good by promoting social development and social justice.
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, called for nations to help individuals, families, and other groups to achieve the common good by promoting social development and social justice.
Addressing young priests and monks from the Oriental Orthodox Churches, Pope Leo XIV upholds their shared common heritage and encourages efforts to support one another, 'so that we may grow in our shared faith in Christ, who is the ultimate source of our peace.'
Addressing young priests and monks from the Oriental Orthodox Churches, Pope Leo XIV upholds their shared common heritage and encourages efforts to support one another, 'so that we may grow in our shared faith in Christ, who is the ultimate source of our peace.'
Pope Leo XIV renews the Church’s call to place children at the heart of global concern, warning that despite international commitments, the situation of the world’s youngest remains deeply troubling.
Pope Leo XIV renews the Church’s call to place children at the heart of global concern, warning that despite international commitments, the situation of the world’s youngest remains deeply troubling.
As the Catholic Church prepares to enter the sacred season of Lent, which will commence on Ash Wednesday, 18 February, the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), through its Commission for the Promotion of Integral Human Development (CPIHD), Catholic Justice and Peace Department, has called for spiritual and social transformation and for the renewal of the nation.
As the Catholic Church prepares to enter the sacred season of Lent, which will commence on Ash Wednesday, 18 February, the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), through its Commission for the Promotion of Integral Human Development (CPIHD), Catholic Justice and Peace Department, has called for spiritual and social transformation and for the renewal of the nation.
Pope Leo XIV receives the Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania, Edi Rama, in the Vatican on Thursday.
Pope Leo XIV receives the Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania, Edi Rama, in the Vatican on Thursday.
Responding to reporters' questions, the Director of the Holy See Press Office explains that there will be an “informal and personal dialogue” between Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, and Father Davide Pagliarani, Superior General of the Priestly Society of St. Pius X.
Responding to reporters' questions, the Director of the Holy See Press Office explains that there will be an “informal and personal dialogue” between Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, and Father Davide Pagliarani, Superior General of the Priestly Society of St. Pius X.
We publish extensive excerpts from an interview with Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, first published in the Italian daily newspaper, La Repubblica.
We publish extensive excerpts from an interview with Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, first published in the Italian daily newspaper, La Repubblica.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family and Life, opens the Dicastery's plenary assembly taking place this week in Rome with a call for local Churches to help laypeople in basic formation and with the hope that World Meetings be 'authentic experiences of encounter with Jesus.'
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family and Life, opens the Dicastery's plenary assembly taking place this week in Rome with a call for local Churches to help laypeople in basic formation and with the hope that World Meetings be 'authentic experiences of encounter with Jesus.'
On 2 February 2026, religious priests and sisters from 28 congregations gathered at the Assumpta Cathedral Owerri to celebrate World Day for Consecrated Life. Nigeria’s Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese, Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, challenged the religious gathered to return to the radical simplicity and detachment that originally defined their commitment to Christ.
On 2 February 2026, religious priests and sisters from 28 congregations gathered at the Assumpta Cathedral Owerri to celebrate World Day for Consecrated Life. Nigeria’s Metropolitan Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese, Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, challenged the religious gathered to return to the radical simplicity and detachment that originally defined their commitment to Christ.
On the 378th anniversary of his martyrdom, the Diocese of Dipolog in the Philippines commemorates Fr. Francesco Palliola with a Eucharistic celebration and welcomes positive developments in his cause for canonization.
On the 378th anniversary of his martyrdom, the Diocese of Dipolog in the Philippines commemorates Fr. Francesco Palliola with a Eucharistic celebration and welcomes positive developments in his cause for canonization.
The prize giving ceremony of the seventh edition of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity takes place in Abu Dhabi, recognising initiatives and individuals working to advance peace, human dignity, and solidarity across divides.
The prize giving ceremony of the seventh edition of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity takes place in Abu Dhabi, recognising initiatives and individuals working to advance peace, human dignity, and solidarity across divides.
The Lenten Spiritual Exercises for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and head of Dicasteries will be preached by Trappist Bishop Erik Varden, scheduled for February 22-27.
The Lenten Spiritual Exercises for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and head of Dicasteries will be preached by Trappist Bishop Erik Varden, scheduled for February 22-27.
In his message for the World Day of Human Fraternity and the presentation of the Zayed Award, Pope Leo XIV describes fraternity as an urgent necessity, stronger than conflicts, differences and tensions, while warning against leaving it trapped in the realm of ideas.
In his message for the World Day of Human Fraternity and the presentation of the Zayed Award, Pope Leo XIV describes fraternity as an urgent necessity, stronger than conflicts, differences and tensions, while warning against leaving it trapped in the realm of ideas.
Ahead of the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), the President of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, urges policymakers to "courageously pursue diplomatic negotiations to maintain New START’s limits."
Ahead of the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), the President of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, urges policymakers to "courageously pursue diplomatic negotiations to maintain New START’s limits."
Pope Leo XIV asks for prayers for the people of Ukraine, who continue to suffer the consequences of war exacerbated by freezing temperatures, and appeals for a renewed international commitment against the proliferation of nuclear weapons, as the New START treaty is due to expire.
Pope Leo XIV asks for prayers for the people of Ukraine, who continue to suffer the consequences of war exacerbated by freezing temperatures, and appeals for a renewed international commitment against the proliferation of nuclear weapons, as the New START treaty is due to expire.
In response to questions from the press, the Director of the Holy See Press Office underlines that talks continue between the Society of St. Pius X and the Holy See, following the announcement of episcopal ordinations scheduled for July.
In response to questions from the press, the Director of the Holy See Press Office underlines that talks continue between the Society of St. Pius X and the Holy See, following the announcement of episcopal ordinations scheduled for July.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV warns against "fundamentalist or spiritualist readings" of Scripture, and upholds the Church's mission to proclaim the Word of God in language that touches human hearts.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV warns against "fundamentalist or spiritualist readings" of Scripture, and upholds the Church's mission to proclaim the Word of God in language that touches human hearts.
Michelangelo’s 'Last Judgment' is set to undergo approximately three months of restoration work, but the Sistine Chapel will remain open during the intervention.
Michelangelo’s 'Last Judgment' is set to undergo approximately three months of restoration work, but the Sistine Chapel will remain open during the intervention.
Ahead of the "International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking", the Philippine bishops are calling for stronger diocesan structures to combat the scourge and warn that the country is suffering from multiple forms of exploitation.
Ahead of the "International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking", the Philippine bishops are calling for stronger diocesan structures to combat the scourge and warn that the country is suffering from multiple forms of exploitation.
With the violence escalating, UNICEF reports that more than 450,000 children are currently at risk of acute malnutrition in South Sudan. The organization's representative in the country appeals for “rapid, unimpeded, and safe access for humanitarian aid and workers to reach highly vulnerable displaced groups.”
With the violence escalating, UNICEF reports that more than 450,000 children are currently at risk of acute malnutrition in South Sudan. The organization's representative in the country appeals for “rapid, unimpeded, and safe access for humanitarian aid and workers to reach highly vulnerable displaced groups.”
As Zambia prepares for the August Presidential and General Elections, the Catholic Bishops have issued a Pastoral Letter advising politicians, the faithful, and all Zambians of goodwill to work towards creating a peaceful and civil electoral environment. Zambian Bishops have pledged that the Church will remain non-partisan, asserting, “Church premises must not be used for political campaigns.”
As Zambia prepares for the August Presidential and General Elections, the Catholic Bishops have issued a Pastoral Letter advising politicians, the faithful, and all Zambians of goodwill to work towards creating a peaceful and civil electoral environment. Zambian Bishops have pledged that the Church will remain non-partisan, asserting, “Church premises must not be used for political campaigns.”
The Vatican releases the calendar for Pope Leo XIV’s liturgical celebrations through Easter, which includes his five scheduled visits to parishes in Rome.
The Vatican releases the calendar for Pope Leo XIV’s liturgical celebrations through Easter, which includes his five scheduled visits to parishes in Rome.
An Italian aid group says that scores of people are unaccounted for after many boats left during a fierce storm.
An Italian aid group says that scores of people are unaccounted for after many boats left during a fierce storm.
The Dicastery of Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments releases a decree in which Pope Leo XIV inscribes the Doctor of the Church, St. John Henry Newman, in the General Roman Calendar with his memorial held on October 9.
The Dicastery of Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments releases a decree in which Pope Leo XIV inscribes the Doctor of the Church, St. John Henry Newman, in the General Roman Calendar with his memorial held on October 9.
The Prefect of the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments comments on St. John Henry Newman's inscription in the General Roman Calendar with the rank of optional memorial.
The Prefect of the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments comments on St. John Henry Newman's inscription in the General Roman Calendar with the rank of optional memorial.
Two major Christian charitable communities - the Knights of Columbus and the Order of Malta - have pooled their resources to improve and reinforce humanitarian aid to those in need in war-struck Ukraine.
Two major Christian charitable communities - the Knights of Columbus and the Order of Malta - have pooled their resources to improve and reinforce humanitarian aid to those in need in war-struck Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV meets with David Ryan, a former student at Blackrock College in Ireland, and listens to his story of the abuse he and his late brother, Mark, endured at the Catholic secondary school.
Pope Leo XIV meets with David Ryan, a former student at Blackrock College in Ireland, and listens to his story of the abuse he and his late brother, Mark, endured at the Catholic secondary school.