Local Masses
Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg (Pinellas County)
The Cathedral of St. Jude and the Chapel of Our Lady are open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated today April 21, 2025 at 11:00am.
St. Michael the Archangel, Clearwater (Pinellas County)
The Memorial Mass for our Holy Father, Pope Francis, is this Wednesday, April 30th at 7pm. All are welcome to attend. Please note, Benediction will start at 6pm not 6:30pm.
St. Paul Catholic Church, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
St. Paul Catholic Church is open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated tonight, April 21, 2025, at 7:00pm.
Christ the King, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
Daily Mass today, April 21, 2025 in the church as we pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis.
Nativity, Brandon (Hillsborough County)
A memorial Mass for Pope Francis will be celebrated on Thursday, April 24th at 6:00 pm.
Our Lady of the Rosary, Land O’ Lakes (Pasco County)
A Memorial Mass for Pope Francis will take place on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini (Hernando County)
We will celebrate a Special Mass in Memoriam of Our Pope Wednesday, April 30th at 7 pm.
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As the Church celebrates the Sixth Sunday of Easter, Jenny Kraska reflects on the theme, "Don't be afraid - even if you're getting married, ordained, or elected pope."
As the Church celebrates the Sixth Sunday of Easter, Jenny Kraska reflects on the theme, "Don't be afraid - even if you're getting married, ordained, or elected pope."
In an interview with Vatican Media, the Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union, Archbishop Bernardito Auza, discusses emphasis placed on working toward just peace in Ukraine during encounter with Pope Leo XIV, how families in Europe have a responsibility to transmit the faith from one generation to the next, and how the Pope suggested "there is a thirst" among young people and children to learn about God and the faith.
In an interview with Vatican Media, the Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union, Archbishop Bernardito Auza, discusses emphasis placed on working toward just peace in Ukraine during encounter with Pope Leo XIV, how families in Europe have a responsibility to transmit the faith from one generation to the next, and how the Pope suggested "there is a thirst" among young people and children to learn about God and the faith.
Officials say Russia and Ukraine have begun one of the largest prisoner exchanges since the outbreak of the war, after their first direct talks in more than three years.
Officials say Russia and Ukraine have begun one of the largest prisoner exchanges since the outbreak of the war, after their first direct talks in more than three years.
As the annual Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations at the Catholic Shrine of Namugongo approaches on June 3rd, preparations are well underway. Pilgrims from various regions across the country are walking and some have begun arriving and camping at the shrine more than a week before the main event. In Uganda 3 June is a public holiday.
As the annual Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations at the Catholic Shrine of Namugongo approaches on June 3rd, preparations are well underway. Pilgrims from various regions across the country are walking and some have begun arriving and camping at the shrine more than a week before the main event. In Uganda 3 June is a public holiday.
Professor Joachim von Braun, President of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, urges united action from science, policymakers, and the Church in order to tackle global inequalities in cancer care.
Professor Joachim von Braun, President of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, urges united action from science, policymakers, and the Church in order to tackle global inequalities in cancer care.
COMECE Secretary General, Fr. Manuel Enrique Barrios Prieto, tells Vatican News that the EU Bishops' meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the beginning of his pontificate was unexpected, and a gift, and the Holy Father was more interested in listening than speaking.
COMECE Secretary General, Fr. Manuel Enrique Barrios Prieto, tells Vatican News that the EU Bishops' meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the beginning of his pontificate was unexpected, and a gift, and the Holy Father was more interested in listening than speaking.
Cardinal Mario Grech, Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops, urges religious men to draw inspiration from the Church’s desire for synodality, as he meets with members of the Union of Superiors General.
Cardinal Mario Grech, Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops, urges religious men to draw inspiration from the Church’s desire for synodality, as he meets with members of the Union of Superiors General.
In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: 1700th anniversary of Council of Nicaea, Eastern Churches welcome Pope Leo XIV, and Monsignor Gollnisch honoured in Armenia.
In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: 1700th anniversary of Council of Nicaea, Eastern Churches welcome Pope Leo XIV, and Monsignor Gollnisch honoured in Armenia.
Pope Leo XIV authorizes the promulgation of various decrees for three Servants of God: Colombian Sister Agnese Arango Velásquez, Indian Bishop Matthew Makil, and Spanish Bishop Alessandro Labaka Ugarte.
Pope Leo XIV authorizes the promulgation of various decrees for three Servants of God: Colombian Sister Agnese Arango Velásquez, Indian Bishop Matthew Makil, and Spanish Bishop Alessandro Labaka Ugarte.
“Recognised as a martyr of honesty and moral integrity,” Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi will be beatified on Sunday, 15 June 2025, in Rome, at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, during the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. In announcing this “joyful event,” the Bishop of Goma, Bishop Willy Ngumbi M. Afr., indicated that the location and date were communicated by the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
“Recognised as a martyr of honesty and moral integrity,” Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi will be beatified on Sunday, 15 June 2025, in Rome, at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, during the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. In announcing this “joyful event,” the Bishop of Goma, Bishop Willy Ngumbi M. Afr., indicated that the location and date were communicated by the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
As gang violence spirals in Haiti, children are being pulled from classrooms and into chaos. Confiance Haiti is on the frontline, offering education, safety, and hope where the world has turned away.
As gang violence spirals in Haiti, children are being pulled from classrooms and into chaos. Confiance Haiti is on the frontline, offering education, safety, and hope where the world has turned away.
Pope Leo XIV praises the important global efforts of the Pontifical Mission Societies, marveling that they are "effectively the 'primary means' of awakening missionary responsibility among all the baptized and supporting ecclesial communities in areas where the Church is young.
Pope Leo XIV praises the important global efforts of the Pontifical Mission Societies, marveling that they are "effectively the 'primary means' of awakening missionary responsibility among all the baptized and supporting ecclesial communities in areas where the Church is young.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Sr. Tiziana Merletti as the Secretary of the Dicastery for Consecrated Life, which is responsible for orders and religious congregations, as well as secular institutes.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Sr. Tiziana Merletti as the Secretary of the Dicastery for Consecrated Life, which is responsible for orders and religious congregations, as well as secular institutes.
Bishop Nicolai Gennadevich Dubinin, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of the Mother of God in Moscow, tells Vatican News that Pope Leo XIV has impressed the Church and people of Russia with his call for a “disarmed and disarming peace.”
Bishop Nicolai Gennadevich Dubinin, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of the Mother of God in Moscow, tells Vatican News that Pope Leo XIV has impressed the Church and people of Russia with his call for a “disarmed and disarming peace.”
On the Jubilee of Sport in mid-June, the Augustinianum Institute in Rome will host an international conference to explore the Church’s desire to support the “Momentum of Hope” offered by sport.
On the Jubilee of Sport in mid-June, the Augustinianum Institute in Rome will host an international conference to explore the Church’s desire to support the “Momentum of Hope” offered by sport.
As the world marks 30 days since Pope Francis’ death, Cardinal John Ribat, MSC, from Papua New Guinea shares his memories of the late pontiff, who travelled to the Pacific island country in September 2024.
As the world marks 30 days since Pope Francis’ death, Cardinal John Ribat, MSC, from Papua New Guinea shares his memories of the late pontiff, who travelled to the Pacific island country in September 2024.
As Tanzania faces increasing cases of human trafficking, particularly involving women and girls, the Tanzanian Government has called for a comprehensive response. This response foresees the active involvement and participation of Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs) and civil society organizations, especially at the grassroots level.
As Tanzania faces increasing cases of human trafficking, particularly involving women and girls, the Tanzanian Government has called for a comprehensive response. This response foresees the active involvement and participation of Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs) and civil society organizations, especially at the grassroots level.
A conference in Rome studies the International Theological Commission's document, “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour: 1,700th anniversary of the Ecumenical Council of Nicaea.”
A conference in Rome studies the International Theological Commission's document, “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour: 1,700th anniversary of the Ecumenical Council of Nicaea.”
A 36-minute speech in English, created with artificial intelligence, has been uploaded to YouTube, falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV words for Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso.
A 36-minute speech in English, created with artificial intelligence, has been uploaded to YouTube, falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV words for Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso.
Ten years after the fall of Palmyra to the so-called Islamic-State, and as Syrians return to their cities following the fall of the Assad regime, The HALO Trust is beginning to look at the Syrian City with the prospect of clearing it of unexploded military ordinance.
Ten years after the fall of Palmyra to the so-called Islamic-State, and as Syrians return to their cities following the fall of the Assad regime, The HALO Trust is beginning to look at the Syrian City with the prospect of clearing it of unexploded military ordinance.
Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, the parish priest of the Holy Family Church, tells Vatican News about the tough humanitarian situation in Gaza, but also expresses his gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for “his words of peace.”
Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, the parish priest of the Holy Family Church, tells Vatican News about the tough humanitarian situation in Gaza, but also expresses his gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for “his words of peace.”
As the UN marks the 60th anniversary of Pope Saint Paul VI’s visit, the 30th anniversary of Pope Saint John Paul II’s second visit, and the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ address to the UN General Assembly, Vatican News has prepared a short video highlighting the moral voice of all the Popes who have spoken before the international organization.
As the UN marks the 60th anniversary of Pope Saint Paul VI’s visit, the 30th anniversary of Pope Saint John Paul II’s second visit, and the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ address to the UN General Assembly, Vatican News has prepared a short video highlighting the moral voice of all the Popes who have spoken before the international organization.
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to preside at a papal Mass every Sunday in June, and he will hold a Consistory of Cardinals to vote on several Causes of Canonization.
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to preside at a papal Mass every Sunday in June, and he will hold a Consistory of Cardinals to vote on several Causes of Canonization.
Concluding his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV remembers the late Pope Francis one month after his death. Cardinal Konrad Krajewski celebrates Mass in the chapel of the late Pope's residence at the Casa Santa Marta.
Concluding his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV remembers the late Pope Francis one month after his death. Cardinal Konrad Krajewski celebrates Mass in the chapel of the late Pope's residence at the Casa Santa Marta.
Pope Leo XIV renews his appeal for "dignified humanitarian aid" to enter Gaza, calling for a cessation of hostilities "whose price is paid by children, the elderly, and the sick."
Pope Leo XIV renews his appeal for "dignified humanitarian aid" to enter Gaza, calling for a cessation of hostilities "whose price is paid by children, the elderly, and the sick."
Pope Leo XIV holds his first Wednesday General Audience and reflects on Jesus' parable of the sower, stressing that God “does not wait for us to become the best soil.”
Pope Leo XIV holds his first Wednesday General Audience and reflects on Jesus' parable of the sower, stressing that God “does not wait for us to become the best soil.”
Marking the 10th anniversary of Laudato si’, Pope Leo XIV sends a videomessage to the Network of Universities for the Care of Our Common Home, and encourages their synodal reflection ahead of COP30.
Marking the 10th anniversary of Laudato si’, Pope Leo XIV sends a videomessage to the Network of Universities for the Care of Our Common Home, and encourages their synodal reflection ahead of COP30.
Pope Leo visits the Papal Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, and prays: “May the Lord grant me the grace to respond faithfully to His call.”
Pope Leo visits the Papal Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, and prays: “May the Lord grant me the grace to respond faithfully to His call.”
Cardinal Parolin receives the Path to Peace Foundation’s award, stating he accepted it on behalf of the Secretariat of State, “which works tirelessly for the Pope to promote justice in our world.”
Cardinal Parolin receives the Path to Peace Foundation’s award, stating he accepted it on behalf of the Secretariat of State, “which works tirelessly for the Pope to promote justice in our world.”
Pope Leo XIV makes a surprise visit to the Dicastery for Bishops - where he had served as Prefect until he was elected Pope - and celebrates Mass in the Dicastery's chapel.
Pope Leo XIV makes a surprise visit to the Dicastery for Bishops - where he had served as Prefect until he was elected Pope - and celebrates Mass in the Dicastery's chapel.
The US Bishops’ Conference responds to Trump administration revoking policies that protect pregnant and postpartum women in the custody of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
The US Bishops’ Conference responds to Trump administration revoking policies that protect pregnant and postpartum women in the custody of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Ugandan Catholic institutions and faith-based organisations have announced a collective commitment to eliminate single-use plastics from all their functions, gatherings, and public religious events marking a major step forward in the country’s growing faith-led environmental movement.
Ugandan Catholic institutions and faith-based organisations have announced a collective commitment to eliminate single-use plastics from all their functions, gatherings, and public religious events marking a major step forward in the country’s growing faith-led environmental movement.
As the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), supported by the UN, warns of an imminent famine in Gaza, CAFOD, the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, says the blockade of lifesaving aid to Gaza must end and calls for an immediate ceasefire.
As the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), supported by the UN, warns of an imminent famine in Gaza, CAFOD, the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, says the blockade of lifesaving aid to Gaza must end and calls for an immediate ceasefire.
Pope Leo XIV receives Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia in the Vatican on Monday and warm appreciation was expressed at the Prime Minister's subsequent encounter at the Holy See's Secretariat of State "for the good bilateral relations between the Holy See and Australia."
Pope Leo XIV receives Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia in the Vatican on Monday and warm appreciation was expressed at the Prime Minister's subsequent encounter at the Holy See's Secretariat of State "for the good bilateral relations between the Holy See and Australia."
Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Holy See’s Secretary of State, tells the United Nations the election of a new Pope is “an occasion for renewal… for all who seek a world of greater justice, solidarity, and peace.”
Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Holy See’s Secretary of State, tells the United Nations the election of a new Pope is “an occasion for renewal… for all who seek a world of greater justice, solidarity, and peace.”
Fr. Valentin Mbaibarem is the last of the six hostages captured on May 7 to be released, and the Archbishop of Garoua says he is in good physical condition.
Fr. Valentin Mbaibarem is the last of the six hostages captured on May 7 to be released, and the Archbishop of Garoua says he is in good physical condition.
Israel allows basic food supplies to enter Gaza following a 10-week blockade, aiming to prevent a famine in the besieged Palestinian territory.
Israel allows basic food supplies to enter Gaza following a 10-week blockade, aiming to prevent a famine in the besieged Palestinian territory.
Pope Leo XIV holds a private audience with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a day after he attended the Mass of Inauguration of his pontificate.
Pope Leo XIV holds a private audience with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a day after he attended the Mass of Inauguration of his pontificate.
Cardinal Oswald Gracias, Archbishop Emeritus of Bombay, has called on India and Pakistan to find a path to enduring peace, amid tensions over the Kashmir region.
Cardinal Oswald Gracias, Archbishop Emeritus of Bombay, has called on India and Pakistan to find a path to enduring peace, amid tensions over the Kashmir region.
In Rome for Pope Leo XIV's inaugaural Mass, Varsen Aghabekian, Foreign Minister of the State of Palestine, pays a visit to a Roman hospital treating injured Gazan children.
In Rome for Pope Leo XIV's inaugaural Mass, Varsen Aghabekian, Foreign Minister of the State of Palestine, pays a visit to a Roman hospital treating injured Gazan children.
Joining his appeal for peace with the Pope’s, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, calls on the Christian community to “do everything possible to bring help” to those suffering in Gaza.
Joining his appeal for peace with the Pope’s, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, calls on the Christian community to “do everything possible to bring help” to those suffering in Gaza.
On the day after the Mass for the Inauguration of his Petrine Ministry, Pope Leo XIV greets delegations from non-Catholic Churches, ecclesial communities, and other faith traditions, recalling his predecessor’s commitment to ecumenism and interreligious dialogue.
On the day after the Mass for the Inauguration of his Petrine Ministry, Pope Leo XIV greets delegations from non-Catholic Churches, ecclesial communities, and other faith traditions, recalling his predecessor’s commitment to ecumenism and interreligious dialogue.
Pope Leo XIV holds a private audience with US Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who attended the Inauguration Mass of his pontificate on Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV holds a private audience with US Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who attended the Inauguration Mass of his pontificate on Sunday.
As Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Mass of Inauguration of his pontificate in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, Dr. Boonchuay Doojai, a respected voice from Thailand’s interfaith community, offered a thoughtful reflection on the new Pope's call to peace and unity.
As Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Mass of Inauguration of his pontificate in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, Dr. Boonchuay Doojai, a respected voice from Thailand’s interfaith community, offered a thoughtful reflection on the new Pope's call to peace and unity.
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’, the Catholic Youth Network for Environmental Sustainability in Africa (CYNESA) is set to host the Third Laudato Si’ Youth Assembly in Accra, Ghana, from 30 May to 1 June 2025.
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’, the Catholic Youth Network for Environmental Sustainability in Africa (CYNESA) is set to host the Third Laudato Si’ Youth Assembly in Accra, Ghana, from 30 May to 1 June 2025.
Our Editorial Director reflects on Pope Leo XIV’s call for the Church to be a leaven of unity and love in the midst of the restlessness and questions of our world.
Our Editorial Director reflects on Pope Leo XIV’s call for the Church to be a leaven of unity and love in the midst of the restlessness and questions of our world.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in war-torn parts of the world, praying for people suffering because of war, especially in Gaza, Myanmar, and Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for peace in war-torn parts of the world, praying for people suffering because of war, especially in Gaza, Myanmar, and Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV presides at the Mass of Inauguration of his Petrine Ministry in Saint Peter’s Square, and invites the Church to walk together along the path of God's love and remain united in one family.
Pope Leo XIV presides at the Mass of Inauguration of his Petrine Ministry in Saint Peter’s Square, and invites the Church to walk together along the path of God's love and remain united in one family.
Israel launches a major military operation in the Gaza Strip, following days of intensive strikes across the territory that killed hundreds of people.
Israel launches a major military operation in the Gaza Strip, following days of intensive strikes across the territory that killed hundreds of people.
Fr. Robert Mehlhart, OP, President of the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music, has begun offering singing lessons on social media, saying the initiative stems from a desire to help people join in song with Pope Leo XIV.
Fr. Robert Mehlhart, OP, President of the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music, has begun offering singing lessons on social media, saying the initiative stems from a desire to help people join in song with Pope Leo XIV.