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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Vatican News Updates
Caritas Africa President, Monsignor Pierre Cibambo, has told Vatican News that the tragic and ongoing situation in Darfur has left the local Church in the Diocese of El Obeid more vulnerable than ever before.
Caritas Africa President, Monsignor Pierre Cibambo, has told Vatican News that the tragic and ongoing situation in Darfur has left the local Church in the Diocese of El Obeid more vulnerable than ever before.
Following a recent meeting in Piedra Negras, Coahuila, the bishops from along the Mexico-U.S. border once again denounce the dire circumstances affecting thousands of people and call for accountability of the violations against human dignity faced by those fleeing war, violence, and extreme poverty.
Following a recent meeting in Piedra Negras, Coahuila, the bishops from along the Mexico-U.S. border once again denounce the dire circumstances affecting thousands of people and call for accountability of the violations against human dignity faced by those fleeing war, violence, and extreme poverty.
Following the assassination of a political activist in Utah, U.S. Catholic leaders call for prayer, highlighting a wider pattern of violence affecting communities nationwide.
Following the assassination of a political activist in Utah, U.S. Catholic leaders call for prayer, highlighting a wider pattern of violence affecting communities nationwide.
Islamic State-linked fighters continue to ramp up attacks in western Niger since March, killing more than 120 civilians and committing apparent war crimes, Human Rights Watch reports.
Islamic State-linked fighters continue to ramp up attacks in western Niger since March, killing more than 120 civilians and committing apparent war crimes, Human Rights Watch reports.
The UN Children’s Fund, UNICEF, is appealing for $22 million to provide emergency relief to thousands of children and families following the devastating 6.0-magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan that wreaked havoc and killed thousands.
The UN Children’s Fund, UNICEF, is appealing for $22 million to provide emergency relief to thousands of children and families following the devastating 6.0-magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan that wreaked havoc and killed thousands.
Bishops from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean write to UN leaders calling for urgent action on the climate crisis ahead of COP30 that will be held in Brazil from 10 to 21 November 2025.
Bishops from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean write to UN leaders calling for urgent action on the climate crisis ahead of COP30 that will be held in Brazil from 10 to 21 November 2025.
In a message signed by the Vatican Secretary of State, Pope Leo encourages everyone following the 12th Latin American Congress on Science and Religion to look for paths that enable humanity to "to rise above all things that can be measured".
In a message signed by the Vatican Secretary of State, Pope Leo encourages everyone following the 12th Latin American Congress on Science and Religion to look for paths that enable humanity to "to rise above all things that can be measured".
Pope Leo XIV invites Bishops ordained in the past year to be servants of their people’s faith, since the Church sends them as caring, attentive shepherds to share their journey.
Pope Leo XIV invites Bishops ordained in the past year to be servants of their people’s faith, since the Church sends them as caring, attentive shepherds to share their journey.
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient, Christians celebrate the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, the Missionaries of Charity recall St. Teresa of Calcutta, and Eastern rite bishops meet in Vienna.
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient, Christians celebrate the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, the Missionaries of Charity recall St. Teresa of Calcutta, and Eastern rite bishops meet in Vienna.
A posthumous book by Pope Francis, "Il mio San Francesco" (My St Francis), will be available in Italian bookstores from 18 September. The volume presents a dialogue between the late Pope and Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery of the Causes of Saints.
A posthumous book by Pope Francis, "Il mio San Francesco" (My St Francis), will be available in Italian bookstores from 18 September. The volume presents a dialogue between the late Pope and Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery of the Causes of Saints.
The parish priest of Gaza’s Holy Family church says his phone call on Tuesday with Pope Leo XIV was a blessing. The parish continues to shelter 450 people, including elderly, sick, and children, as many residents remain despite the danger.
The parish priest of Gaza’s Holy Family church says his phone call on Tuesday with Pope Leo XIV was a blessing. The parish continues to shelter 450 people, including elderly, sick, and children, as many residents remain despite the danger.
Franciscan Friar Ibrahim Faltas of the Custody of the Holy Land reflects on the suffering of children in Gaza, forced into repeated displacement and uncertainty. He calls on educators, families, and societies to form new generations in a true culture of peace, urging all to “continue to believe, to pray, and to hope for peace.”
Franciscan Friar Ibrahim Faltas of the Custody of the Holy Land reflects on the suffering of children in Gaza, forced into repeated displacement and uncertainty. He calls on educators, families, and societies to form new generations in a true culture of peace, urging all to “continue to believe, to pray, and to hope for peace.”
The Earth Partner Exhibition at the Borgo Laudato sì features works by young artists from 28 countries on the challenges of the ecological crisis. Cardinal Fabio Baggio welcomes the initiative as a way to engage youth in the urgent call to care for our common home.
The Earth Partner Exhibition at the Borgo Laudato sì features works by young artists from 28 countries on the challenges of the ecological crisis. Cardinal Fabio Baggio welcomes the initiative as a way to engage youth in the urgent call to care for our common home.
In conformity with the Provisional Agreement between the Holy See and the Chinese government, Joseph Wang Zhengui receives episcopal consecration, becoming the first bishop of the new diocese of Zhangjiakou, created two months ago by Pope Leo XIV.
In conformity with the Provisional Agreement between the Holy See and the Chinese government, Joseph Wang Zhengui receives episcopal consecration, becoming the first bishop of the new diocese of Zhangjiakou, created two months ago by Pope Leo XIV.
At the start of the General Chapter of the Carmelite Order, the Pope sends a letter, encouraging members in their service and prayer, and in all forms of their mission.
At the start of the General Chapter of the Carmelite Order, the Pope sends a letter, encouraging members in their service and prayer, and in all forms of their mission.
Qatari officials are examining whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can be held accountable under international law following an Israeli airstrike on the capital that killed five Hamas members.
Qatari officials are examining whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can be held accountable under international law following an Israeli airstrike on the capital that killed five Hamas members.
In a joint statement ahead of COP30, Pax Christi International, Caritas Internationalis, and CIDSE urge the need for immediate action to care for creation because “there can be no true peace without climate justice”.
In a joint statement ahead of COP30, Pax Christi International, Caritas Internationalis, and CIDSE urge the need for immediate action to care for creation because “there can be no true peace without climate justice”.
Pope Leo XIV renews his invitation for everyone to pray for peace in war-torn places, appealing for protection and care for children.
Pope Leo XIV renews his invitation for everyone to pray for peace in war-torn places, appealing for protection and care for children.
Reflecting at the weekly General Audience on the crucifixion, Pope Leo XIV stresses that Jesus’ cry from the cross reveals “the final stage of a love that is given up to the very end,” and encourages everyone to avoid seeing crying as a weakness but rather as an act of extreme prayer.
Reflecting at the weekly General Audience on the crucifixion, Pope Leo XIV stresses that Jesus’ cry from the cross reveals “the final stage of a love that is given up to the very end,” and encourages everyone to avoid seeing crying as a weakness but rather as an act of extreme prayer.
While leaving his residence in Castel Gandolfo to return to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV briefly answered journalists’ questions about the bombing in Doha: “We don’t know where things are headed. We must pray a lot and continue to work and insist on peace.” Regarding the evacuation order in Gaza City and his effort to contact the parish priest there, the Pope said: “I have no news.”
While leaving his residence in Castel Gandolfo to return to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV briefly answered journalists’ questions about the bombing in Doha: “We don’t know where things are headed. We must pray a lot and continue to work and insist on peace.” Regarding the evacuation order in Gaza City and his effort to contact the parish priest there, the Pope said: “I have no news.”
At the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, millions of devotees flock to Tamil Nadu, India, to venerate the Mother of God over the course of an 11-day annual festival held across major Basilicas and Shrines in the South Indian state.
At the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, millions of devotees flock to Tamil Nadu, India, to venerate the Mother of God over the course of an 11-day annual festival held across major Basilicas and Shrines in the South Indian state.
Gaza City residents were airdropped Israeli leaflets on Tuesday ordering them to evacuate immediately as the government in Tel Aviv said it was about to obliterate the area in an assault to wipe out Hamas.
Gaza City residents were airdropped Israeli leaflets on Tuesday ordering them to evacuate immediately as the government in Tel Aviv said it was about to obliterate the area in an assault to wipe out Hamas.
As the presidential election scheduled for 25 October 2025 draws near, the Ivory Coast National Justice, Peace, and Environment Commission, with the Church at its helm, has recently launched a series of public conferences at the Episcopal Conference offices under the theme: 'Ivory Coast, Land of Peace and Hope.' The goal of the discussions is to discourage electoral violence especially since the national political scene seems tense, raising fears of a polarised electoral climate.
As the presidential election scheduled for 25 October 2025 draws near, the Ivory Coast National Justice, Peace, and Environment Commission, with the Church at its helm, has recently launched a series of public conferences at the Episcopal Conference offices under the theme: 'Ivory Coast, Land of Peace and Hope.' The goal of the discussions is to discourage electoral violence especially since the national political scene seems tense, raising fears of a polarised electoral climate.
Pope Leo XIV reaffirms the Catholic Church’s commitment to walk the path of peace with other religions, in a message to an interreligious conference in Bangladesh.
Pope Leo XIV reaffirms the Catholic Church’s commitment to walk the path of peace with other religions, in a message to an interreligious conference in Bangladesh.
Pope Leo XIV returns to the Barberini Palace at Castel Gandolfo on Monday evening for an overnight stay, according to the Holy See Press Office.
Pope Leo XIV returns to the Barberini Palace at Castel Gandolfo on Monday evening for an overnight stay, according to the Holy See Press Office.
At an event promoted by the Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See, Archbishop Paul Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations, remembers the life and legancy of the late Archbishop Noël Treanor, former Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union.
At an event promoted by the Embassy of Ireland to the Holy See, Archbishop Paul Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations, remembers the life and legancy of the late Archbishop Noël Treanor, former Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union.
As 8 September marks International Literacy Day, UNESCO releases data and information showcasing that being literate enables people to think critically and navigate the “information-rich society and economy in a safe, effective and responsible manner.”
As 8 September marks International Literacy Day, UNESCO releases data and information showcasing that being literate enables people to think critically and navigate the “information-rich society and economy in a safe, effective and responsible manner.”
At least 50 Palestinians were killed Sunday in Israeli military operations across the Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian official news agency WAFA.
At least 50 Palestinians were killed Sunday in Israeli military operations across the Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian official news agency WAFA.
Pope Leo will join with representatives of other Churches and Ecclesial Communities on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross for an ecumenical ceremony commemorating 21st century martyrs and witnesses of the faith.
Pope Leo will join with representatives of other Churches and Ecclesial Communities on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross for an ecumenical ceremony commemorating 21st century martyrs and witnesses of the faith.
Hekima University College in Nairobi, in collaboration with Watawa Wa Taa, hosts the second African Women Theologians Conference, a groundbreaking gathering aimed at amplifying the voices of women in theological scholarship and church leadership.
Hekima University College in Nairobi, in collaboration with Watawa Wa Taa, hosts the second African Women Theologians Conference, a groundbreaking gathering aimed at amplifying the voices of women in theological scholarship and church leadership.
In the latest wave of violence in Nigeria, Boko Haram militants kill 60 people in the country's northeast, in an area home to residents who had recently returned from a camp for internally displaced persons.
In the latest wave of violence in Nigeria, Boko Haram militants kill 60 people in the country's northeast, in an area home to residents who had recently returned from a camp for internally displaced persons.
Egypt’s foreign minister reaffirms that the Rafah border crossing, the only direct link between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, will not be used to displace Palestinians from their land.
Egypt’s foreign minister reaffirms that the Rafah border crossing, the only direct link between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, will not be used to displace Palestinians from their land.
Between Saturday September 6 and Sunday September 7, Russia launched the largest attack against Ukraine since the beginning of the war with a “record number” of drones—over 800—and 13 missiles.
Between Saturday September 6 and Sunday September 7, Russia launched the largest attack against Ukraine since the beginning of the war with a “record number” of drones—over 800—and 13 missiles.
Before leading the recitation of the Angelus prayer with the faithful in Saint Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV asks everyone to pray constantly for peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and all lands plagued by war, emphasizing that "God wants peace!"
Before leading the recitation of the Angelus prayer with the faithful in Saint Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV asks everyone to pray constantly for peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and all lands plagued by war, emphasizing that "God wants peace!"
Pope Leo XIV greets Vatican employees and their families at the annual Families Festival in Vatican Gardens on Saturday evening, saying “We celebrate the joy of being family, of being united.”
Pope Leo XIV greets Vatican employees and their families at the annual Families Festival in Vatican Gardens on Saturday evening, saying “We celebrate the joy of being family, of being united.”
Addressing over eighty thousand faithful filling Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday for the Mass with the canonization of Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis, Pope Leo XIV says the examples of these two young Saints invite all of us, especially young people, to direct our lives upwards to God and make them masterpieces of holiness, service, and joy.
Addressing over eighty thousand faithful filling Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday for the Mass with the canonization of Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis, Pope Leo XIV says the examples of these two young Saints invite all of us, especially young people, to direct our lives upwards to God and make them masterpieces of holiness, service, and joy.
Testimonies from young members of Catholic Action reveal the enduring relevance of Pier Giorgio Frassati, who called life “joy through suffering,” and showed that peace and hope are born from someone in love, who says “yes” each day to God and to others.
Testimonies from young members of Catholic Action reveal the enduring relevance of Pier Giorgio Frassati, who called life “joy through suffering,” and showed that peace and hope are born from someone in love, who says “yes” each day to God and to others.
Ukraine’s president vows to continue retaliating against Russian attacks on his country’s energy facilities and civilian sites, despite criticism from neighbours Slovakia and Hungary.
Ukraine’s president vows to continue retaliating against Russian attacks on his country’s energy facilities and civilian sites, despite criticism from neighbours Slovakia and Hungary.
As Israel prepares to push into Gaza City, a UNICEF official warns of the war’s devastating effect on children.
As Israel prepares to push into Gaza City, a UNICEF official warns of the war’s devastating effect on children.
As the Church marks the Twenty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr Luke Gregory reflects on "The cost of discipleship: a call to true commitment"
As the Church marks the Twenty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr Luke Gregory reflects on "The cost of discipleship: a call to true commitment"
Pope Leo concludes the 26th International Mariological Marian Congress with a speech in the Paul Audience VI Hall, stressing that the Virgin Mary continues to open doors, build bridges, tear down walls, and help humanity live in harmony amid diversity.
Pope Leo concludes the 26th International Mariological Marian Congress with a speech in the Paul Audience VI Hall, stressing that the Virgin Mary continues to open doors, build bridges, tear down walls, and help humanity live in harmony amid diversity.
Until September 14, the Borghese Gallery hosts the exhibition "Black Soil Poems" by Kenyan-American artist Wangechi Mutu—an opportunity to explore the shared roots of humanity through contemporary art.
Until September 14, the Borghese Gallery hosts the exhibition "Black Soil Poems" by Kenyan-American artist Wangechi Mutu—an opportunity to explore the shared roots of humanity through contemporary art.
Pope Leo resumes the special Saturday Jubilee Audiences this morning and focuses his catechesis on when Jesus says, "The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field.”
Pope Leo resumes the special Saturday Jubilee Audiences this morning and focuses his catechesis on when Jesus says, "The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field.”
The Cardinal Secretary of State speaks on the sidelines of an event at Rome's Bambino Gesù Hospital. The Holy See continues to raise its voice in the hope that solutions leading to an end to the conflicts can be found.
The Cardinal Secretary of State speaks on the sidelines of an event at Rome's Bambino Gesù Hospital. The Holy See continues to raise its voice in the hope that solutions leading to an end to the conflicts can be found.
Pope Leo XIV inaugurates Borgo Laudato si’ at Castel Gandolfo, describing the Village and its project to sustain and nurture integral ecology as a “seed of hope” and a model for ecological conversion.
Pope Leo XIV inaugurates Borgo Laudato si’ at Castel Gandolfo, describing the Village and its project to sustain and nurture integral ecology as a “seed of hope” and a model for ecological conversion.
After European leaders met in Paris to discuss possible security guarantees for post-war Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on Friday that any foreign troops sent to Ukraine would be “legitimate targets” for attack by Russian forces.
After European leaders met in Paris to discuss possible security guarantees for post-war Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on Friday that any foreign troops sent to Ukraine would be “legitimate targets” for attack by Russian forces.
Pope XIV receives in audience the President of Poland. Karol Nawrocki then holds talks with leaders of the Secretariat of State for discussions on the conflict in Ukraine and the socio-political situation of his country.
Pope XIV receives in audience the President of Poland. Karol Nawrocki then holds talks with leaders of the Secretariat of State for discussions on the conflict in Ukraine and the socio-political situation of his country.
The Nordic Bishops meet in Rome for the plenary assembly to mark the Jubilee Year, joining their voices to the Pope’s call for an end to war, for justice, and for a more missionary Synodal Church.
The Nordic Bishops meet in Rome for the plenary assembly to mark the Jubilee Year, joining their voices to the Pope’s call for an end to war, for justice, and for a more missionary Synodal Church.
Marking the International Day Against Nuclear Tests, the Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations stresses the moral duty to support affected communities and to advance toward a world free of nuclear weapons.
Marking the International Day Against Nuclear Tests, the Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations stresses the moral duty to support affected communities and to advance toward a world free of nuclear weapons.