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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At the Grotto of the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Pope Leo entrusts France, its people and its Church to Our Lady.
At the Grotto of the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Pope Leo entrusts France, its people and its Church to Our Lady.
Just after arriving in the Marian pilgrimage city of Lourdes, Pope Leo XIV went to the heart of the shrine to pray to the Virgin Mary at the Grotto of Massabielle, surrounded by thousands of faithful. Kneeling in prayer, the Pope asked for “the gift of fraternal harmony” for the host country, and also entrusted to Mary the personal prayers of those who are sick and suffering.
Just after arriving in the Marian pilgrimage city of Lourdes, Pope Leo XIV went to the heart of the shrine to pray to the Virgin Mary at the Grotto of Massabielle, surrounded by thousands of faithful. Kneeling in prayer, the Pope asked for “the gift of fraternal harmony” for the host country, and also entrusted to Mary the personal prayers of those who are sick and suffering.
Addressing the General Assembly in New York, the Vatican Secretary of State calls for an end to wars, respect for international law, responsible use of artificial intelligence and renewed multilateralism.
Addressing the General Assembly in New York, the Vatican Secretary of State calls for an end to wars, respect for international law, responsible use of artificial intelligence and renewed multilateralism.
As Pope Leo XIV arrives at the Marian shrine of Lourdes, Vatican News speaks with the coordinating chaplain of the English-speaking pilgrims, Fr. James Phalan, who offers an inside look at the “home of Mary” that the Successor of Peter is making a pilgrimage to visit.
As Pope Leo XIV arrives at the Marian shrine of Lourdes, Vatican News speaks with the coordinating chaplain of the English-speaking pilgrims, Fr. James Phalan, who offers an inside look at the “home of Mary” that the Successor of Peter is making a pilgrimage to visit.
At Mass for some 700,000 people in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the thirst for God that lies in the depths of every human heart.
At Mass for some 700,000 people in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the thirst for God that lies in the depths of every human heart.
A newly baptized Catholic and two catechumens preparing to receive the Sacraments of Initiation share with Vatican News their stories of discovering the faith, saying that seeing the Pope gives them hope for the future.
A newly baptized Catholic and two catechumens preparing to receive the Sacraments of Initiation share with Vatican News their stories of discovering the faith, saying that seeing the Pope gives them hope for the future.
Addressing France’s synodal assembly, catechumen,s and newly baptized Catholics, Pope Leo XIV highlights the growing number of adults approaching the faith and urges the Church to accompany them beyond Baptism.
Addressing France’s synodal assembly, catechumen,s and newly baptized Catholics, Pope Leo XIV highlights the growing number of adults approaching the faith and urges the Church to accompany them beyond Baptism.
As the Church celebrates the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: “Actions speak louder than words."
As the Church celebrates the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: “Actions speak louder than words."
Pope Leo XIV visits the ‘Maison Bakhita’ social integration centre in Paris, and encourages everyone to enjoy life in abundance by sharing our God-given spiritual and material gifts.
Pope Leo XIV visits the ‘Maison Bakhita’ social integration centre in Paris, and encourages everyone to enjoy life in abundance by sharing our God-given spiritual and material gifts.
Vatican News correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov brings us the great excitement at Pope Leo's encounter with 80,000 young people at the Stade de France.
Vatican News correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov brings us the great excitement at Pope Leo's encounter with 80,000 young people at the Stade de France.
Vatican News correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov reports from the Cathedral of Notre Dame with Pope Leo XIV, who this evening became the first Pope to step inside the Cathedral since the devastating 2019 fire.
Vatican News correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov reports from the Cathedral of Notre Dame with Pope Leo XIV, who this evening became the first Pope to step inside the Cathedral since the devastating 2019 fire.
On the first day of Pope Leo's Apostolic Journey to France, he met with President Macron, visited UNESCO, presided over vespers at Notre Dame, and led a prayer vigil with some 80,000 young people in the country's biggest stadium. Watch our video highlights here.
On the first day of Pope Leo's Apostolic Journey to France, he met with President Macron, visited UNESCO, presided over vespers at Notre Dame, and led a prayer vigil with some 80,000 young people in the country's biggest stadium. Watch our video highlights here.
Pope Leo XIV’s first day in France comes to a close with a prayer vigil attended by some 80,000 young people. The Holy Father responds to their questions and encourages them to follow Christ without fear.
Pope Leo XIV’s first day in France comes to a close with a prayer vigil attended by some 80,000 young people. The Holy Father responds to their questions and encourages them to follow Christ without fear.
The President of the Association Maison Bakhita, Valèrie Moniod, shares with Vatican News her joy for Pope Leo XIV's visit to their structure that helps many individuals in exile from their homelands develop skills that help enable them to have a better future.
The President of the Association Maison Bakhita, Valèrie Moniod, shares with Vatican News her joy for Pope Leo XIV's visit to their structure that helps many individuals in exile from their homelands develop skills that help enable them to have a better future.
In the iconic Parisian Cathedral flooded with light, Pope Leo XIV celebrates Vespers with the French Church calling it, like Notre Dame, to be reborn.
In the iconic Parisian Cathedral flooded with light, Pope Leo XIV celebrates Vespers with the French Church calling it, like Notre Dame, to be reborn.
At the Cathedral Basilica of Notre Dame de Paris Pope Leo XIV celebrates Vespers with bishops, priests, deacons, seminarians, and consecrated men and women. In his homily, the Pope calls them to missionary conversion, to cultivate an authentic love for the liturgy, and to remain close to the Lord in prayer.
At the Cathedral Basilica of Notre Dame de Paris Pope Leo XIV celebrates Vespers with bishops, priests, deacons, seminarians, and consecrated men and women. In his homily, the Pope calls them to missionary conversion, to cultivate an authentic love for the liturgy, and to remain close to the Lord in prayer.
On the first day of his Apostolic Journey to France, Pope Leo XIV returns to UNESCO 46 years after St John Paul II, calling for education, science and culture to remain at the service of human dignity, truth and peace.
On the first day of his Apostolic Journey to France, Pope Leo XIV returns to UNESCO 46 years after St John Paul II, calling for education, science and culture to remain at the service of human dignity, truth and peace.
A young French Catholic and recent business graduate speaks about the faith that sustains him, the witness of Pope Leo, and the importance of sharing the Gospel with others through everyday life.
A young French Catholic and recent business graduate speaks about the faith that sustains him, the witness of Pope Leo, and the importance of sharing the Gospel with others through everyday life.
In his first public address in France, Pope Leo XIV upholds the Catholic Church’s contribution to French society and encourages the country to work for a peace that is unarmed and disarming.
In his first public address in France, Pope Leo XIV upholds the Catholic Church’s contribution to French society and encourages the country to work for a peace that is unarmed and disarming.
As Pope Leo XIV visits the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, André Finot, who witnessed the 2019 fire and spent six years alongside those who rebuilt Notre Dame, shares with Vatican News its extraordinary restoration and the faith that sustained it.
As Pope Leo XIV visits the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, André Finot, who witnessed the 2019 fire and spent six years alongside those who rebuilt Notre Dame, shares with Vatican News its extraordinary restoration and the faith that sustained it.
Aboard the papal flight to Paris beginning his Apostolic Journey to France, Pope Leo XIV highlights the importance for peace in today’s world, apologizes for not having been able to return with journalists to Rome on his previous Journey to Spain, and answers questions and exchanges jokes with the press.
Aboard the papal flight to Paris beginning his Apostolic Journey to France, Pope Leo XIV highlights the importance for peace in today’s world, apologizes for not having been able to return with journalists to Rome on his previous Journey to Spain, and answers questions and exchanges jokes with the press.
Pope Leo XIV departs aboard the papal plane from Rome bound for Paris as he begins his four-day Apostolic Journey to France.
Pope Leo XIV departs aboard the papal plane from Rome bound for Paris as he begins his four-day Apostolic Journey to France.
As the Pope arrives in France, French academic Dr. Alexandra Maclennan speaks to Vatican News about Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to France, a surge in adult baptisms in recent years, and the emergence of a new generation of young Catholics despite ongoing challenges facing the Church.
As the Pope arrives in France, French academic Dr. Alexandra Maclennan speaks to Vatican News about Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to France, a surge in adult baptisms in recent years, and the emergence of a new generation of young Catholics despite ongoing challenges facing the Church.
At the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen in St Louis, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle reflects on the missionary vocation of the American bishop, whose preaching reached millions through radio and television. But, he says, Sheen’s blessedness lay not in fame, but in his communion with Christ and his closeness to the poor.
At the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen in St Louis, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle reflects on the missionary vocation of the American bishop, whose preaching reached millions through radio and television. But, he says, Sheen’s blessedness lay not in fame, but in his communion with Christ and his closeness to the poor.
On the eve of Pope Leo XIV's arrival in Paris, Vatican News Correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov reports from outside the Cathedral of Notre Dame to share the great excitement in France for the Pope's imminent arrival, and great emotion after the devastating 2019 fire.
On the eve of Pope Leo XIV's arrival in Paris, Vatican News Correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov reports from outside the Cathedral of Notre Dame to share the great excitement in France for the Pope's imminent arrival, and great emotion after the devastating 2019 fire.
Pope Leo meets separately with the Prime Minister of Hungary and the President of Portugal, discussing topics such as global conflict, multilateralism, and the situation of Christian minorities around the world.
Pope Leo meets separately with the Prime Minister of Hungary and the President of Portugal, discussing topics such as global conflict, multilateralism, and the situation of Christian minorities around the world.
In an interview with Vatican Media ahead of Pope Leo’s Apostolic Journey to France, the Apostolic Nuncio to France, Archbishop Celestino Migliore, says that the Holy Father’s visit will further the rediscovery of Christianity and interest in Jesus Christ in the country, and will send a powerful message to a 'hesitant Europe.'
In an interview with Vatican Media ahead of Pope Leo’s Apostolic Journey to France, the Apostolic Nuncio to France, Archbishop Celestino Migliore, says that the Holy Father’s visit will further the rediscovery of Christianity and interest in Jesus Christ in the country, and will send a powerful message to a 'hesitant Europe.'
The Vatican Secretary of State looks ahead to the Pope’s visit to France and to UNESCO, highlighting the “diplomacy of encounter” and the “creative efforts” capable of freeing Europe from a logic of violence.
The Vatican Secretary of State looks ahead to the Pope’s visit to France and to UNESCO, highlighting the “diplomacy of encounter” and the “creative efforts” capable of freeing Europe from a logic of violence.
On the occasion of the Plenary Session of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, Pope Leo receives its members in the Clementine Hall of the Vatican and urges that scientific and technological progress be accompanied by “a corresponding growth in responsibility”, particularly in light of increasingly frequent climate shocks.
On the occasion of the Plenary Session of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, Pope Leo receives its members in the Clementine Hall of the Vatican and urges that scientific and technological progress be accompanied by “a corresponding growth in responsibility”, particularly in light of increasingly frequent climate shocks.
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference warn that the country may be facing a much wider drug-trafficking crisis. The Bishops are calling for stronger action at Ghana’s borders while urging churches, schools, families and communities to confront the growing impact of drug abuse, particularly among young people. They pointed this out after nearly four tonnes of cocaine shipped from Ghana to France was seized.
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference warn that the country may be facing a much wider drug-trafficking crisis. The Bishops are calling for stronger action at Ghana’s borders while urging churches, schools, families and communities to confront the growing impact of drug abuse, particularly among young people. They pointed this out after nearly four tonnes of cocaine shipped from Ghana to France was seized.
Amid the noise of our media-driven world, Bishop Louis Tylka of Peoria, Illinois, reflects on what Archbishop Fulton Sheen called “the most important conversation in a human life”—the one that takes place “in the depths of the heart.”
Amid the noise of our media-driven world, Bishop Louis Tylka of Peoria, Illinois, reflects on what Archbishop Fulton Sheen called “the most important conversation in a human life”—the one that takes place “in the depths of the heart.”
In the run-up to his beatification, the Executive Director of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Foundation explores the life and legacy of this famous evangelizer.
In the run-up to his beatification, the Executive Director of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Foundation explores the life and legacy of this famous evangelizer.
UNESCO’s Deputy Director-General, Åsa Regnér, speaks to Vatican News about the importance of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the UN agency on September 25, during his Apostolic Journey to France, and emphasizes how multilateral institutions can continue to help build peace.
UNESCO’s Deputy Director-General, Åsa Regnér, speaks to Vatican News about the importance of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the UN agency on September 25, during his Apostolic Journey to France, and emphasizes how multilateral institutions can continue to help build peace.
Saudi Arabia reportedly carries out 19 airstrikes across three Yemeni provinces over the last day, forcing thousands of Yemenis to flee their homes, and compounding what is already one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises.
Saudi Arabia reportedly carries out 19 airstrikes across three Yemeni provinces over the last day, forcing thousands of Yemenis to flee their homes, and compounding what is already one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises.
Faith leaders in South Africa’s Gauteng province have condemned the killing of women in Ekurhuleni and called for a sustained effort to rebuild respect for human life, beginning in families and extending to religious communities, schools, government and wider society.
Faith leaders in South Africa’s Gauteng province have condemned the killing of women in Ekurhuleni and called for a sustained effort to rebuild respect for human life, beginning in families and extending to religious communities, schools, government and wider society.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for the protection of migrant and refugee children, and for everyone to take responsibility for minors on the move. His appeal comes ahead of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for the protection of migrant and refugee children, and for everyone to take responsibility for minors on the move. His appeal comes ahead of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.
On the eve of Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification, Pope Leo XIV expresses his hope that the new American Blessed's example will inspire innovative ways of spreading the Gospel with joyful enthusiasm.
On the eve of Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification, Pope Leo XIV expresses his hope that the new American Blessed's example will inspire innovative ways of spreading the Gospel with joyful enthusiasm.
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis on ‘Gaudium et spes,’ focusing on the chapter dedicated to the meaning of human activity in the universe. ‘Gaudium et spes,” he says, invites us to share “the bread of knowledge and know-how,” so that humanity can develop its potential and, with the help of God, work together to build “a better future.”
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis on ‘Gaudium et spes,’ focusing on the chapter dedicated to the meaning of human activity in the universe. ‘Gaudium et spes,” he says, invites us to share “the bread of knowledge and know-how,” so that humanity can develop its potential and, with the help of God, work together to build “a better future.”
Speaking at an event at the Polish Embassy to the Holy See, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher highlights the enduring relevance of Polish-German reconciliation after World War II, stressing that reconciliation requires confronting the truth about the past with courage and openness to dialogue.
Speaking at an event at the Polish Embassy to the Holy See, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher highlights the enduring relevance of Polish-German reconciliation after World War II, stressing that reconciliation requires confronting the truth about the past with courage and openness to dialogue.
Two schools run by the Franciscan friars of the Custody of the Holy Land have been inaugaurated in Syria’s Idlib governorate.
Two schools run by the Franciscan friars of the Custody of the Holy Land have been inaugaurated in Syria’s Idlib governorate.
The 2026 Ratzinger Prize recipient is American theologian Dr John Cavadini, recognized for the scholarly merits of his research on Patristics, particularly his studies on St Augustine. Pope Leo XIV will present the award to to Dr Cavadini on December 19 in the Apostolic Palace.
The 2026 Ratzinger Prize recipient is American theologian Dr John Cavadini, recognized for the scholarly merits of his research on Patristics, particularly his studies on St Augustine. Pope Leo XIV will present the award to to Dr Cavadini on December 19 in the Apostolic Palace.
Governments across the Middle East are preparing for a possible escalation in regional tensions after Iran claimed it had obtained intelligence suggesting the United States is planning a renewed bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic.
Governments across the Middle East are preparing for a possible escalation in regional tensions after Iran claimed it had obtained intelligence suggesting the United States is planning a renewed bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic.
The latest alert issued jointly by United Nations agencies—including UNICEF, the FAO, and the World Food Programme—paints a terrifying picture: in Haiti, an estimated 254,000 children aged 6 to 59 months are expected to suffer from acute malnutrition. The international community is witnessing this agony with an inertia that agencies on the ground decry as “unacceptable.”
The latest alert issued jointly by United Nations agencies—including UNICEF, the FAO, and the World Food Programme—paints a terrifying picture: in Haiti, an estimated 254,000 children aged 6 to 59 months are expected to suffer from acute malnutrition. The international community is witnessing this agony with an inertia that agencies on the ground decry as “unacceptable.”
Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) Diocesan Directors from Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe convened for an Induction and Formation Course facilitated by the Missio England and Wales National Director. The course, attended by 19 Diocesan Directors, was held recently at the Hwange Marian Shrine Centre in the Diocese of Hwange, Zimbabwe.
Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) Diocesan Directors from Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe convened for an Induction and Formation Course facilitated by the Missio England and Wales National Director. The course, attended by 19 Diocesan Directors, was held recently at the Hwange Marian Shrine Centre in the Diocese of Hwange, Zimbabwe.
On the International Day of Peace, Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of Tombura-Yambio called on the people of South Sudan to renew their commitment to peace, reconciliation, and justice. He urged the political leaders, communities, young people, and faith leaders to reject violence and rebuild trust amid continuing challenges linked to conflict and displacement.
On the International Day of Peace, Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of Tombura-Yambio called on the people of South Sudan to renew their commitment to peace, reconciliation, and justice. He urged the political leaders, communities, young people, and faith leaders to reject violence and rebuild trust amid continuing challenges linked to conflict and displacement.
The world’s major powers gather at the United Nations headquarters in New York. At the heart of the agenda are major global issues, including the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, alongside the challenges facing the global economy and the issue of artificial intelligence.
The world’s major powers gather at the United Nations headquarters in New York. At the heart of the agenda are major global issues, including the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, alongside the challenges facing the global economy and the issue of artificial intelligence.
The "Borgo Dialogues" initiative aims to bring leaders from different sectors together to discuss artificial intelligence, healthcare, sustainability and the common good.
The "Borgo Dialogues" initiative aims to bring leaders from different sectors together to discuss artificial intelligence, healthcare, sustainability and the common good.
Between 700 and 1,000 children from schools and parishes in Rome will gather in the Vatican Gardens with Pope Leo to start the “One Million Children Praying the Rosary” initiative promoted by Aid to the Church in Need.
Between 700 and 1,000 children from schools and parishes in Rome will gather in the Vatican Gardens with Pope Leo to start the “One Million Children Praying the Rosary” initiative promoted by Aid to the Church in Need.
Pope Leo pays a visit to the Dicastery for Culture and Education on Monday, meeting with employees and staff and encouraging them in their daily commitment and service to the Church and the world.
Pope Leo pays a visit to the Dicastery for Culture and Education on Monday, meeting with employees and staff and encouraging them in their daily commitment and service to the Church and the world.