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 this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Pope Leo meets with the Armenian Catholicos, Eastern Christians celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, and Ethiopians celebrate Enkutatash.
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Pope Leo meets with the Armenian Catholicos, Eastern Christians celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, and Ethiopians celebrate Enkutatash.
Pope Leo XIV makes a brief visit to the Vatican Tribunal's new courtroom in the Apostolic Palace.
Pope Leo XIV makes a brief visit to the Vatican Tribunal's new courtroom in the Apostolic Palace.
A new biography of Pope Leo, “Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the 21st Century,” contains the full text of the interview granted by the Holy Father to Elise Ann Allen, covering a wide range of topics, including the tragedy of Gaza, the Church’s policy on China, the role of women, the Church’s welcome of those who identify as LGBTQ+, the clerical abuse crisis, the financial situation of the Holy See, artificial intelligence, and fake news.
A new biography of Pope Leo, “Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the 21st Century,” contains the full text of the interview granted by the Holy Father to Elise Ann Allen, covering a wide range of topics, including the tragedy of Gaza, the Church’s policy on China, the role of women, the Church’s welcome of those who identify as LGBTQ+, the clerical abuse crisis, the financial situation of the Holy See, artificial intelligence, and fake news.
Pope Leo XIV appoints Miroslaw Wachowski as new apostolic nuncio to Iraq and elevates him to the rank of Titular Archbishop of Villamagna in Proconsulari. The Polish diplomat has served in the Diplomatic Service of the Holy See since 2004 as Undersecretary for Relations with States.
Pope Leo XIV appoints Miroslaw Wachowski as new apostolic nuncio to Iraq and elevates him to the rank of Titular Archbishop of Villamagna in Proconsulari. The Polish diplomat has served in the Diplomatic Service of the Holy See since 2004 as Undersecretary for Relations with States.
Pope Leo XIV tells members of four different religious institutes, gathered on the occasion of their Chapters and Assemblies, to continue to read the signs of the times with the gaze of their founders.
Pope Leo XIV tells members of four different religious institutes, gathered on the occasion of their Chapters and Assemblies, to continue to read the signs of the times with the gaze of their founders.
The Holy See’s representative at the United Nations urges societies to value and care for elderly people, calling for healthy intergenerational solidarity and support for the family.
The Holy See’s representative at the United Nations urges societies to value and care for elderly people, calling for healthy intergenerational solidarity and support for the family.
At least 50 people have died after a fire on a refugee vessel near Libya. Separately, an Italian humanitarian organisation has submitted new evidence to a court in Sicily detailing human rights violations by EU-supported Libyan military personnel.
At least 50 people have died after a fire on a refugee vessel near Libya. Separately, an Italian humanitarian organisation has submitted new evidence to a court in Sicily detailing human rights violations by EU-supported Libyan military personnel.
22 people were killed in western Niger when gunmen attacked participants in a baptism ceremony before continuing their killing spree in Takoubatt village.
22 people were killed in western Niger when gunmen attacked participants in a baptism ceremony before continuing their killing spree in Takoubatt village.
Israel says it’s struck more than 150 targets in Gaza City since it ramped up its ground assault on Tuesday.
Israel says it’s struck more than 150 targets in Gaza City since it ramped up its ground assault on Tuesday.
Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, former Apostolic Nuncio, has died in Rome at the age of 67, leaving behind a legacy of charity and service in the many countries to which he was sent as a papal representative.
Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, former Apostolic Nuncio, has died in Rome at the age of 67, leaving behind a legacy of charity and service in the many countries to which he was sent as a papal representative.
Marking Pope Leo XIV's saint's day on 17 September, the head of the Augustinian Province of St Thomas of Villanova says the Pope "is a man of prayer who listens to God and to people."
Marking Pope Leo XIV's saint's day on 17 September, the head of the Augustinian Province of St Thomas of Villanova says the Pope "is a man of prayer who listens to God and to people."
In a note published on its 60th anniversary, Cardinal Mario Grech, Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops, traces the evolution of the Synod of Bishops and looks ahead to the future.
In a note published on its 60th anniversary, Cardinal Mario Grech, Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops, traces the evolution of the Synod of Bishops and looks ahead to the future.
Addressing a UN “Meeting of States Parties to the Convention on Cluster Munitions” Archbishop Ettore Balestrero says humanitarian treaties constitute moral commitments to present and future generations.
Addressing a UN “Meeting of States Parties to the Convention on Cluster Munitions” Archbishop Ettore Balestrero says humanitarian treaties constitute moral commitments to present and future generations.
At the conclusion of his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV expresses his “deepest” sympathy for the people of Gaza. He renews his appeal for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, a diplomatic solution to the crisis, and full respect for international humanitarian law.
At the conclusion of his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV expresses his “deepest” sympathy for the people of Gaza. He renews his appeal for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, a diplomatic solution to the crisis, and full respect for international humanitarian law.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on Holy Saturday, and calls on the faithful to always trust in God's power to operate in their lives, even when the wait may feel long and hope may seem lost.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on Holy Saturday, and calls on the faithful to always trust in God's power to operate in their lives, even when the wait may feel long and hope may seem lost.
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the 8th Congress of the Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, held in Kazakhstan, and invites the faithful of all religions to help build a future of peace, fraternity, and solidarity.
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the 8th Congress of the Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, held in Kazakhstan, and invites the faithful of all religions to help build a future of peace, fraternity, and solidarity.
Speaking to journalists as he leaves Castel Gandolfo on Tuesday evening to return to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV laments the exodus from Gaza City, calling for efforts to find a different solution.
Speaking to journalists as he leaves Castel Gandolfo on Tuesday evening to return to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV laments the exodus from Gaza City, calling for efforts to find a different solution.
President Donald Trump arrives in Britain on Tuesday for an unprecedented second state visit by a U.S. leader that will include plenty of pomp and pageantry and protests by critics of Trump.
President Donald Trump arrives in Britain on Tuesday for an unprecedented second state visit by a U.S. leader that will include plenty of pomp and pageantry and protests by critics of Trump.
United Nations investigators conclude Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza strip.
United Nations investigators conclude Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza strip.
Hundreds of the Catholic faithful recently converged, at the Resurrection Garden in Karen to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the death of Servant of God Maurice Michael Cardinal Otunga, Kenya’s first Cardinal.
Hundreds of the Catholic faithful recently converged, at the Resurrection Garden in Karen to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the death of Servant of God Maurice Michael Cardinal Otunga, Kenya’s first Cardinal.
Pope Leo XIV receives Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, in an audience on Tuesday at Castel Gandolfo.
Pope Leo XIV receives Karekin II, Catholicos of All Armenians, in an audience on Tuesday at Castel Gandolfo.
The Church in Tanzania and the Carmelite Missionary Sisters of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus are mourning the tragic loss of four religious sisters, including the congregation’s Superior General, and their driver, who died in a road accident on September 15.
The Church in Tanzania and the Carmelite Missionary Sisters of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus are mourning the tragic loss of four religious sisters, including the congregation’s Superior General, and their driver, who died in a road accident on September 15.
Pope Leo XIV speaks by phone with Father Gabriel Romanelli, pastor of Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, and assures all those who turn to the parish of his concern, closeness, and prayers.
Pope Leo XIV speaks by phone with Father Gabriel Romanelli, pastor of Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, and assures all those who turn to the parish of his concern, closeness, and prayers.
Pope Leo XIV sends his condolences for the death of Britain's Duchess Katharine of Kent, recalling her "legacy of Christian goodness" and entrusting "her noble soul to the mercy of our Heavenly Father."
Pope Leo XIV sends his condolences for the death of Britain's Duchess Katharine of Kent, recalling her "legacy of Christian goodness" and entrusting "her noble soul to the mercy of our Heavenly Father."
Pope Leo XIV expresses concern about political violence and is praying for the late American activist Charlie Kirk, his wife, and two children, according to the Holy See Press Office.
Pope Leo XIV expresses concern about political violence and is praying for the late American activist Charlie Kirk, his wife, and two children, according to the Holy See Press Office.
Amid ethnic violence in the Indian state of Manipur, Archbishop Linus Neli of Imphal explains peace can only be achieved through dialogue, healing, and political will.
Amid ethnic violence in the Indian state of Manipur, Archbishop Linus Neli of Imphal explains peace can only be achieved through dialogue, healing, and political will.
Since 1993, the Ancelles de la lumière du Christ (SLC—Servants of the Light of Christ) have been running the Siloé Centre, a place that welcomes and accompanies visually impaired children, adolescents and young people, and offers them both education and professional training.
Since 1993, the Ancelles de la lumière du Christ (SLC—Servants of the Light of Christ) have been running the Siloé Centre, a place that welcomes and accompanies visually impaired children, adolescents and young people, and offers them both education and professional training.
Cardinal Jose Advincula, Archbishop of Manila, has called on Filipinos to exercise their "rightful obligation to supress the proliferation of evil in our midst."
Cardinal Jose Advincula, Archbishop of Manila, has called on Filipinos to exercise their "rightful obligation to supress the proliferation of evil in our midst."
Pope Leo XIV presides at a prayer vigil for the Jubilee of Consolation, and invites everyone who has experienced hardship or loss to embrace faith in Christ, so that pain may not lead to violence but forgiving love.
Pope Leo XIV presides at a prayer vigil for the Jubilee of Consolation, and invites everyone who has experienced hardship or loss to embrace faith in Christ, so that pain may not lead to violence but forgiving love.
The President of the Nigerian Bishops’ Conference says the country, “haunted by insecurity”, is in need of a constitutional amendment to protect the Electoral Commission from political manipulation in the next elections and restore confidence in development, justice and democracy.
The President of the Nigerian Bishops’ Conference says the country, “haunted by insecurity”, is in need of a constitutional amendment to protect the Electoral Commission from political manipulation in the next elections and restore confidence in development, justice and democracy.
Arab and Islamic nations convene an emergency meeting in Qatar following Israel’s airstrike last week targeting Hamas leaders in Doha.
Arab and Islamic nations convene an emergency meeting in Qatar following Israel’s airstrike last week targeting Hamas leaders in Doha.
Young temporarily professed religious sisters, brothers, and priests have been called to experience and embody hope through the charism of their congregations. These sentiments were expressed by organisers of a recent national workshop for young male and female religious persons held over the weekend, in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe. The gathering encouraged participants to live lives marked by transparency, accountability, and moral integrity.
Young temporarily professed religious sisters, brothers, and priests have been called to experience and embody hope through the charism of their congregations. These sentiments were expressed by organisers of a recent national workshop for young male and female religious persons held over the weekend, in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe. The gathering encouraged participants to live lives marked by transparency, accountability, and moral integrity.
In the heart of the jungle in Cuzco, Peru, Sr. Giovanna Llerena Alfaro, a Dominican Missionary of the Rosary, walks alongside the Indigenous communities of Bajo Urubamba, promoting an Indigenous Church and a form of evangelization that arises from contemplation.
In the heart of the jungle in Cuzco, Peru, Sr. Giovanna Llerena Alfaro, a Dominican Missionary of the Rosary, walks alongside the Indigenous communities of Bajo Urubamba, promoting an Indigenous Church and a form of evangelization that arises from contemplation.
Archbishop Piero Pioppo is appointed the new Apostolic Nuncio to Spain and the Principality of Andorra.
Archbishop Piero Pioppo is appointed the new Apostolic Nuncio to Spain and the Principality of Andorra.
With sorrow and shock over the recent murder of a 42-year-old man shot dead while on pilgrimage in the Archdiocese of Lahore, leading experts in Pakistan are calling for serious and effective social reforms, especially in education, to combat the phenomenon.
With sorrow and shock over the recent murder of a 42-year-old man shot dead while on pilgrimage in the Archdiocese of Lahore, leading experts in Pakistan are calling for serious and effective social reforms, especially in education, to combat the phenomenon.
Pope Leo XIV meets with Augustinians at the conclusion of their General Chapter and invites them to place love at the centre of their religious life.
Pope Leo XIV meets with Augustinians at the conclusion of their General Chapter and invites them to place love at the centre of their religious life.
Following a recent attack by jihadists, the Bishop of N'Dali, Benin, Martin Adjou Moumouni, explains that the community is concerned about further violence as the militants "have also made it clear that they want to prevent the Church from continuing its pastoral activities.”
Following a recent attack by jihadists, the Bishop of N'Dali, Benin, Martin Adjou Moumouni, explains that the community is concerned about further violence as the militants "have also made it clear that they want to prevent the Church from continuing its pastoral activities.”
Pope Leo XIV is treated to a birthday cake and best wishes following the "Commemoration of the Martyrs and Witnesses of the Faith of the 21st Century" in the Basilica of St Paul’s outside the walls.
Pope Leo XIV is treated to a birthday cake and best wishes following the "Commemoration of the Martyrs and Witnesses of the Faith of the 21st Century" in the Basilica of St Paul’s outside the walls.
At the Commemoration of Martyrs and Witnesses of the Faith in the 21st Century, Pope Leo joins representatives of Christian denominations and communities in remembering the examples of the martyrs, whose hope was based on Christian values rather than violence.
At the Commemoration of Martyrs and Witnesses of the Faith in the 21st Century, Pope Leo joins representatives of Christian denominations and communities in remembering the examples of the martyrs, whose hope was based on Christian values rather than violence.
Israeli warplanes have destroyed a multi-story building in western Gaza City, the latest in a series of strikes targeting urban areas amid the ongoing conflict.
Israeli warplanes have destroyed a multi-story building in western Gaza City, the latest in a series of strikes targeting urban areas amid the ongoing conflict.
Excerpts from the interview granted by Pope Leo XIV to journalist Elise Ann Allen for the book “Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the 21st Century”, to be released on 18 September, have been published by Crux and El Comercio.
Excerpts from the interview granted by Pope Leo XIV to journalist Elise Ann Allen for the book “Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the 21st Century”, to be released on 18 September, have been published by Crux and El Comercio.
At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, saying the “immense love of God” transformed “an instrument of death into a means of life”. After the recitation of the Angelus prayer, the Holy Father recalls the anniversary, on Monday, of the establishment of the Synod of Bishops.
At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, saying the “immense love of God” transformed “an instrument of death into a means of life”. After the recitation of the Angelus prayer, the Holy Father recalls the anniversary, on Monday, of the establishment of the Synod of Bishops.
The universal Church and men and women of goodwill across the globe rejoice as Pope Leo XIV celebrates his birthday.
The universal Church and men and women of goodwill across the globe rejoice as Pope Leo XIV celebrates his birthday.
"Leo from Chicago," a documentary coming soon on Vatican media’s channels, will offer viewers an intimate portrait of Pope Leo XIV’s early life throughout the United States, beginning with the testimonies of his brothers Louis and John, along with numerous voices, images, and stories told by those closest to the man who, since May 8, 2025, has led the universal Catholic Church.
"Leo from Chicago," a documentary coming soon on Vatican media’s channels, will offer viewers an intimate portrait of Pope Leo XIV’s early life throughout the United States, beginning with the testimonies of his brothers Louis and John, along with numerous voices, images, and stories told by those closest to the man who, since May 8, 2025, has led the universal Catholic Church.
The UN reports that continuous bombardment in northern Gaza has forced nearly 11,000 Palestinians to flee south in just 24 hours.
The UN reports that continuous bombardment in northern Gaza has forced nearly 11,000 Palestinians to flee south in just 24 hours.
Pope Leo XIV meets with participants of the Jubilee Pilgrimage from the dioceses of Umbria, a region in Central Italy rich in mystics, poets, men and women of faith, and renowned for its artistic and natural heritage. The Pope calls on the faithful to become "missionaries of love and peace."
Pope Leo XIV meets with participants of the Jubilee Pilgrimage from the dioceses of Umbria, a region in Central Italy rich in mystics, poets, men and women of faith, and renowned for its artistic and natural heritage. The Pope calls on the faithful to become "missionaries of love and peace."
As the Church celebrates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Jenny Kraska reflects on the theme, “Where suffering and love meet”.
As the Church celebrates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Jenny Kraska reflects on the theme, “Where suffering and love meet”.
With a Rescript, Pope Leo XIV approves decisions of the Labour Office of the Apostolic See (ULSA), concerning the inclusion of persons with disabilities within the Holy See's workforce.
With a Rescript, Pope Leo XIV approves decisions of the Labour Office of the Apostolic See (ULSA), concerning the inclusion of persons with disabilities within the Holy See's workforce.
On Saturday morning, Pope Leo XIV welcomed the ambassador of the United States of America, Brian Francis Burch, on the occasion of the presentation of his letters of credence.
On Saturday morning, Pope Leo XIV welcomed the ambassador of the United States of America, Brian Francis Burch, on the occasion of the presentation of his letters of credence.
Pope Leo XIV expresses his participation to the faithful gathered in Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris, for the Mass of Thanksgiving following the canonisation of the 16 Carmelite Sisters of Compiègne.
Pope Leo XIV expresses his participation to the faithful gathered in Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris, for the Mass of Thanksgiving following the canonisation of the 16 Carmelite Sisters of Compiègne.