Local Masses
Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg (Pinellas County)
The Cathedral of St. Jude and the Chapel of Our Lady are open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated today April 21, 2025 at 11:00am.
St. Michael the Archangel, Clearwater (Pinellas County)
The Memorial Mass for our Holy Father, Pope Francis, is this Wednesday, April 30th at 7pm. All are welcome to attend. Please note, Benediction will start at 6pm not 6:30pm.
St. Paul Catholic Church, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
St. Paul Catholic Church is open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated tonight, April 21, 2025, at 7:00pm.
Christ the King, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
Daily Mass today, April 21, 2025 in the church as we pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis.
Nativity, Brandon (Hillsborough County)
A memorial Mass for Pope Francis will be celebrated on Thursday, April 24th at 6:00 pm.
Our Lady of the Rosary, Land O’ Lakes (Pasco County)
A Memorial Mass for Pope Francis will take place on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini (Hernando County)
We will celebrate a Special Mass in Memoriam of Our Pope Wednesday, April 30th at 7 pm.
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The International Committee of the Red Cross says that more than 3 million people are facing hunger in northeastern Nigeria – and the UN warns that a total of 30 million could be at risk across the country.
The International Committee of the Red Cross says that more than 3 million people are facing hunger in northeastern Nigeria – and the UN warns that a total of 30 million could be at risk across the country.
After presiding over Mass on Sunday 17 August, Pope Leo will share lunch with some 100 people experiencing poverty from the Diocese of Albano, and the Director of Caritas Albano says 'they are all eager to speak with him, to share their stories and struggles.'
After presiding over Mass on Sunday 17 August, Pope Leo will share lunch with some 100 people experiencing poverty from the Diocese of Albano, and the Director of Caritas Albano says 'they are all eager to speak with him, to share their stories and struggles.'
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin pays a visit to Burundi for the close of the Jubilee marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between the Holy See and the East African nation.
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin pays a visit to Burundi for the close of the Jubilee marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between the Holy See and the East African nation.
The Diocese of Sumbe in Angola has concluded its 50th-anniversary Jubilee with the ordination of 28 new priests.
The Diocese of Sumbe in Angola has concluded its 50th-anniversary Jubilee with the ordination of 28 new priests.
As famine steals lives in war-torn Gaza, parents face agonizing choices to secure food for their children, who increasingly go hungry amid rampant inflation and a dire lack of food and assistance.
As famine steals lives in war-torn Gaza, parents face agonizing choices to secure food for their children, who increasingly go hungry amid rampant inflation and a dire lack of food and assistance.
The Bishops of Colombia express their deep sorrow for the death of Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a presidential hopeful who was shot at a political rally in June.
The Bishops of Colombia express their deep sorrow for the death of Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a presidential hopeful who was shot at a political rally in June.
Bishop Mark Eckman of the US city of Pittsburgh prays for the consolation of those affected by the deadly explosions at the Clairton Coke Works, and reflects that "at times like this, our faith calls us to stand together in compassion, in prayer, and in care for one another."
Bishop Mark Eckman of the US city of Pittsburgh prays for the consolation of those affected by the deadly explosions at the Clairton Coke Works, and reflects that "at times like this, our faith calls us to stand together in compassion, in prayer, and in care for one another."
Pope Leo XIV's General Audience on Wednesday, August 13, will be held in the Paul VI Hall due to the extreme Roman heat.
Pope Leo XIV's General Audience on Wednesday, August 13, will be held in the Paul VI Hall due to the extreme Roman heat.
The Vatican has published a new Rescript, signed by the Prefect of the Secretariat for the Economy and approved by the Holy Father, that introduces several new measures regarding paternity leave, the rights of parents with children who are incapacitated or have a severe disability, and the granting of family allowances.
The Vatican has published a new Rescript, signed by the Prefect of the Secretariat for the Economy and approved by the Holy Father, that introduces several new measures regarding paternity leave, the rights of parents with children who are incapacitated or have a severe disability, and the granting of family allowances.
The Dicastery for Communication oversees the entire communications network of the Apostolic See in such a way that the whole system responds in an integrated way to the needs of the Church’s evangelizing mission in a context characterized by the presence and development of digital media, and by the factors of convergence and interactivity.
The Dicastery for Communication oversees the entire communications network of the Apostolic See in such a way that the whole system responds in an integrated way to the needs of the Church’s evangelizing mission in a context characterized by the presence and development of digital media, and by the factors of convergence and interactivity.
Archbishop Max Leroy Mesidor, the President of the Haitian Bishops’ Conference and Archbishop of Port-au-Prince, expresses the Haitian Bishops' gratitude for Pope Leo XIV's appeal for their nation on Sunday, while lamenting that crime in the country "knows no bounds."
Archbishop Max Leroy Mesidor, the President of the Haitian Bishops’ Conference and Archbishop of Port-au-Prince, expresses the Haitian Bishops' gratitude for Pope Leo XIV's appeal for their nation on Sunday, while lamenting that crime in the country "knows no bounds."
The UN Children's Fund, UNICEF, welcomes reports that two million Afghanis, including half-a-million children, returned home to Afghanistan this year, but warns of critical challenges in the country and inherent in society, especially for girls.
The UN Children's Fund, UNICEF, welcomes reports that two million Afghanis, including half-a-million children, returned home to Afghanistan this year, but warns of critical challenges in the country and inherent in society, especially for girls.
European leaders have called on U.S. President Donald J. Trump to involve Ukraine in a planned summit with his Russian counterpart, President Vladimir Putin, on ending the war in Ukraine.
European leaders have called on U.S. President Donald J. Trump to involve Ukraine in a planned summit with his Russian counterpart, President Vladimir Putin, on ending the war in Ukraine.
At the Sunday Angelus, the Pope makes a heartfelt appeal to international decision-makers to take responsibility for seeking solutions to conflicts. He expresses satisfaction over the new peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, but also deep sorrow for the violence that continues to devastate Haiti.
At the Sunday Angelus, the Pope makes a heartfelt appeal to international decision-makers to take responsibility for seeking solutions to conflicts. He expresses satisfaction over the new peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, but also deep sorrow for the violence that continues to devastate Haiti.
Following the kidnapping of nine people in Haiti over the past week, the Archdiocese of the capital strongly condemns the incident and "the failure of the state and of society that is losing its sensitivity for life." It calls on the people "to raise their voices, unite in prayer and take measures to reject this climate of dehumanisation."
Following the kidnapping of nine people in Haiti over the past week, the Archdiocese of the capital strongly condemns the incident and "the failure of the state and of society that is losing its sensitivity for life." It calls on the people "to raise their voices, unite in prayer and take measures to reject this climate of dehumanisation."
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to share not only material goods but time, presence, and empathy.
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to share not only material goods but time, presence, and empathy.
In a telegram of condolence for the death of Argentine Cardinal Cardinal Estanislao Esteban Karlic, Archbishop Emeritus of Paraná, Pope Leo XIV recalls his life in the service of God and the Church, “bringing the light of the Gospel to various areas of life and culture,” and his contribution to the drafting of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
In a telegram of condolence for the death of Argentine Cardinal Cardinal Estanislao Esteban Karlic, Archbishop Emeritus of Paraná, Pope Leo XIV recalls his life in the service of God and the Church, “bringing the light of the Gospel to various areas of life and culture,” and his contribution to the drafting of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a peace deal at the White House that aims to end decades of armed conflict that killed tens of thousands, and led to the expulsion of more than 100,000 Armenians from the disputed territory of Karabakh.
Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a peace deal at the White House that aims to end decades of armed conflict that killed tens of thousands, and led to the expulsion of more than 100,000 Armenians from the disputed territory of Karabakh.
A new General Executive Decree lays out rules of transparency, control, and competition in the awarding of public contracts by the Holy See and the Vatican City State.
A new General Executive Decree lays out rules of transparency, control, and competition in the awarding of public contracts by the Holy See and the Vatican City State.
Pope Leo appoints Cardinal Mario Grech as Special Envoy to the celebration marking fifty years since the coronation of the altarpiece of the Assumption, venerated in the Cathedral of Gozo, Malta.
Pope Leo appoints Cardinal Mario Grech as Special Envoy to the celebration marking fifty years since the coronation of the altarpiece of the Assumption, venerated in the Cathedral of Gozo, Malta.
At the Third International Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries in Turkmenistan, the Holy See calls for solidarity, justice, and concrete action to eradicate poverty and foster integral human development.
At the Third International Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries in Turkmenistan, the Holy See calls for solidarity, justice, and concrete action to eradicate poverty and foster integral human development.
The International Day of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples emphasises the rights of indigenous peoples to remain separated from the rest of the world. In Peru, the Mashco Piro communities are the invisible guardians of the Amazon - now under threat from extractive industries.
The International Day of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples emphasises the rights of indigenous peoples to remain separated from the rest of the world. In Peru, the Mashco Piro communities are the invisible guardians of the Amazon - now under threat from extractive industries.
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he will meet with Vladimir Putin for talks expected to be held in a third country, and focus on 'freezing' the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
U.S. President Donald J. Trump says he will meet with Vladimir Putin for talks expected to be held in a third country, and focus on 'freezing' the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Israel’s proposed expansion of its military operations in Gaza draws sharp criticism from international leaders, military officials, and families of hostages still held by Hamas.
Israel’s proposed expansion of its military operations in Gaza draws sharp criticism from international leaders, military officials, and families of hostages still held by Hamas.
A senior Vatican official has praised the Catholic Church in Malawi for its growing investment in children’s missionary formation through the Holy Childhood Movement.
A senior Vatican official has praised the Catholic Church in Malawi for its growing investment in children’s missionary formation through the Holy Childhood Movement.
The Apostolic Nuncio to Cambodia and Thailand, Archbishop Peter Wells, urges renewed commitment to aid thousands of people displaced by the border conflict that has strained relations between the two countries.
The Apostolic Nuncio to Cambodia and Thailand, Archbishop Peter Wells, urges renewed commitment to aid thousands of people displaced by the border conflict that has strained relations between the two countries.
As Vietnam is one of the countries with the highest number of social media users, Caritas is trying to prevent further cases by offering guidance to young people in the dioceses.
As Vietnam is one of the countries with the highest number of social media users, Caritas is trying to prevent further cases by offering guidance to young people in the dioceses.
The Catholic Bishops of Indonesia urge the government in Jakarta to act firmly against all forms of intolerance, especially when accompanied by violence, following a series of recent attacks on Christian places of worship and institutions.
The Catholic Bishops of Indonesia urge the government in Jakarta to act firmly against all forms of intolerance, especially when accompanied by violence, following a series of recent attacks on Christian places of worship and institutions.
Religious sisters of the Benedictine Order have offered a place of prayer and silence at the Sacred Heart Convent in Omberg, Sweden, since 1997, welcoming anyone searching for a way to draw near to God.
Religious sisters of the Benedictine Order have offered a place of prayer and silence at the Sacred Heart Convent in Omberg, Sweden, since 1997, welcoming anyone searching for a way to draw near to God.
A papal telegram sent to the President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference conveys Pope Leo's condolences to Ghanaians mourning the deaths of ministers, government officials and civilians who perished in the crash of a military helicopter on 6 August.
A papal telegram sent to the President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference conveys Pope Leo's condolences to Ghanaians mourning the deaths of ministers, government officials and civilians who perished in the crash of a military helicopter on 6 August.
Pope Leo XIV will visit with the poor assisted by the Diocese of Albano, celebrating Holy Mass on Sunday, August 17, and then joining them for lunch after the Angelus.
Pope Leo XIV will visit with the poor assisted by the Diocese of Albano, celebrating Holy Mass on Sunday, August 17, and then joining them for lunch after the Angelus.
Officials say U.S. President Donald J. Trump is seeking a direct, face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as early as next week, in a bid to end Moscow’s war against Ukraine. The announcement followed talks between U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and President Putin in Moscow.
Officials say U.S. President Donald J. Trump is seeking a direct, face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as early as next week, in a bid to end Moscow’s war against Ukraine. The announcement followed talks between U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and President Putin in Moscow.
The death toll from starvation in Gaza continues to rise. The UN and other aid organizations are warning of a catastrophic situation. WFP Chief, Cindy McCain, says airdrops are not the right solution in a famine situation such as the one unfolding in Gaza where 500,000 people are starving TODAY.
The death toll from starvation in Gaza continues to rise. The UN and other aid organizations are warning of a catastrophic situation. WFP Chief, Cindy McCain, says airdrops are not the right solution in a famine situation such as the one unfolding in Gaza where 500,000 people are starving TODAY.
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday receives in audience a group of pilgrims from Venice, including three inmates of the city’s Santa Maria Maggiore prison.
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday receives in audience a group of pilgrims from Venice, including three inmates of the city’s Santa Maria Maggiore prison.
Marking the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Cardinal Cupich, who is on a Pilgrimage of Peace with other US Church leaders, delivers a speech at the Interreligious Symposium of Nuclear Issues and World Peace in Nagasaki, offering a stark assessment of the U.S. decision to use atomic weapons in World War II.
Marking the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Cardinal Cupich, who is on a Pilgrimage of Peace with other US Church leaders, delivers a speech at the Interreligious Symposium of Nuclear Issues and World Peace in Nagasaki, offering a stark assessment of the U.S. decision to use atomic weapons in World War II.
The International Union of Superiors General (UISG) calls for a worldwide Day of Fasting and Prayer for Peace on August 14, 2025, the eve of the Solemnity of the Assumption.
The International Union of Superiors General (UISG) calls for a worldwide Day of Fasting and Prayer for Peace on August 14, 2025, the eve of the Solemnity of the Assumption.
A two-day meeting at the headquarters of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington examines the challenges of dignified work, integral human development, and care for our common home.
A two-day meeting at the headquarters of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington examines the challenges of dignified work, integral human development, and care for our common home.
A Marian Congress in Goa, India, gathers clergy, religious and laity to renew their commitment to prayer, evangelisation and synodal engagement.
A Marian Congress in Goa, India, gathers clergy, religious and laity to renew their commitment to prayer, evangelisation and synodal engagement.
Concern is deepening for the plight of an Irish missionary and eight other people including a child, who have been kidnapped by gunmen in Haiti.
Concern is deepening for the plight of an Irish missionary and eight other people including a child, who have been kidnapped by gunmen in Haiti.
Closing his General Audience, Pope Leo remembers the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, and calls for justice, dialogue, and fraternity in the world.
Closing his General Audience, Pope Leo remembers the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, and calls for justice, dialogue, and fraternity in the world.
At his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo reflects on the word “prepare” and how each of us is invited to prepare for the Eucharist in life’s daily moments, by "removing what encumbers us, reducing our demands and ceasing to hold unrealistic expectations."
At his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo reflects on the word “prepare” and how each of us is invited to prepare for the Eucharist in life’s daily moments, by "removing what encumbers us, reducing our demands and ceasing to hold unrealistic expectations."
The Church in the United States makes a pilgrimage for Peace to Hiroshima and Nagasaki on the 80th Anniversary of the Atomic Bombings of Japan.
The Church in the United States makes a pilgrimage for Peace to Hiroshima and Nagasaki on the 80th Anniversary of the Atomic Bombings of Japan.
Addressing the Third Congress of the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network, Pope Leo urges members to look to the future of the continent with hope.
Addressing the Third Congress of the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network, Pope Leo urges members to look to the future of the continent with hope.
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the Knights of Columbus thanking them for their service for the most needy, a service which he says stems from their founder Michael McGivney.
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the Knights of Columbus thanking them for their service for the most needy, a service which he says stems from their founder Michael McGivney.
In Hiroshima, on the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing, Cardinal Blase Cupich presides over Mass for peace on the Feast of the Transfiguration. In his homily, he echoes Pope Francis’ call to remember, journey together, and protect one another, urging the global community to reject division and choose the path of peace.
In Hiroshima, on the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing, Cardinal Blase Cupich presides over Mass for peace on the Feast of the Transfiguration. In his homily, he echoes Pope Francis’ call to remember, journey together, and protect one another, urging the global community to reject division and choose the path of peace.
Elie Hasrouty, whose father was killed in the 2020 Beirut port blast, tells Vatican News that he wants the tragedy to inspire Lebanon to “come together, act, and organise".
Elie Hasrouty, whose father was killed in the 2020 Beirut port blast, tells Vatican News that he wants the tragedy to inspire Lebanon to “come together, act, and organise".
In a message on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, Pope Leo XIV urges the international community to renew its commitment to pursue lasting peace for our whole human family.
In a message on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, Pope Leo XIV urges the international community to renew its commitment to pursue lasting peace for our whole human family.
Following the reignition of conflict in the northeastern part of Ghana, the Minister of the Upper East Region of the country urges local Catholic leaders to use their influence to achieve peace.
Following the reignition of conflict in the northeastern part of Ghana, the Minister of the Upper East Region of the country urges local Catholic leaders to use their influence to achieve peace.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting to address the hostages still being held in the Gaza Strip, following the release this week of videos by Palestinian militias showing them suffering from starvation.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting to address the hostages still being held in the Gaza Strip, following the release this week of videos by Palestinian militias showing them suffering from starvation.