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

In a previously unreleased interview by the ESNE television network, Pope Francis reflects on biblical passages recounting the dialogue between Jesus and His disciples, repeating his desire that the Church might be “a humble servant in the midst of the world.”

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In a previously unreleased interview by the ESNE television network, Pope Francis reflects on biblical passages recounting the dialogue between Jesus and His disciples, repeating his desire that the Church might be “a humble servant in the midst of the world.”

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 1:00 pm

Evangelisation, fraternity, synodality, and unity were some of the topics under discussion at the 8th General Congregation in the Vatican this morning.

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Evangelisation, fraternity, synodality, and unity were some of the topics under discussion at the 8th General Congregation in the Vatican this morning.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 11:57 am

Bishop Aurelio Gazzera, the Coadjutor Bishop of Bangassou in the Central African Republic, has paid tribute to Pope Francis’ historic visit to CAR in 2015.

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Bishop Aurelio Gazzera, the Coadjutor Bishop of Bangassou in the Central African Republic, has paid tribute to Pope Francis’ historic visit to CAR in 2015.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 11:21 am

Wildfires in Israel, particularly the catastrophic blaze encricling Jerusalem this week, have not spared monasteries and Catholic communities.

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Wildfires in Israel, particularly the catastrophic blaze encricling Jerusalem this week, have not spared monasteries and Catholic communities.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 11:16 am

In the busy city of Nairobi, in the slum of Kawangware, Kenya, stands a remarkable place of refuge and transformation—the Amani Children's Family Primary School. Run by the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood, this school offers more than just education.

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In the busy city of Nairobi, in the slum of Kawangware, Kenya, stands a remarkable place of refuge and transformation—the Amani Children's Family Primary School. Run by the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood, this school offers more than just education.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:44 am

Solar energy brings light and hope to thousands of families without electricity in Malawi’s rural areas. Sr. Bernadette Mnyenyembe, MSHR, describes her congregation’s initiative that has given over 9,000 households the empowering gift of light and better livelihoods.

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Solar energy brings light and hope to thousands of families without electricity in Malawi’s rural areas. Sr. Bernadette Mnyenyembe, MSHR, describes her congregation’s initiative that has given over 9,000 households the empowering gift of light and better livelihoods.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:40 am

In the wake of Pope Francis’ death, the Director of US-based Catholic Mobilizing Network recalls his actions to put an end to the death penalty, rooted in his belief that God’s mercy has the power to change our hardened hearts.

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In the wake of Pope Francis’ death, the Director of US-based Catholic Mobilizing Network recalls his actions to put an end to the death penalty, rooted in his belief that God’s mercy has the power to change our hardened hearts.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:15 am

The Papal Foundation, a U.S.-based charitable organization, has announced $14 million in grants and humanitarian aid. The funds will support 116 projects in over 60 countries. Since its inception, the Foundation has disbursed over $250 million to support more than 2,800 projects identified by Popes Francis, Benedict XVI, and Saint John Paul II.

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The Papal Foundation, a U.S.-based charitable organization, has announced $14 million in grants and humanitarian aid. The funds will support 116 projects in over 60 countries. Since its inception, the Foundation has disbursed over $250 million to support more than 2,800 projects identified by Popes Francis, Benedict XVI, and Saint John Paul II.

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Posted: May 2, 2025, 8:07 am

Marcia King, a member of The Economy of Francesco, reflects on the late Pope Francis’ call to "give a soul to the economy of tomorrow".

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Marcia King, a member of The Economy of Francesco, reflects on the late Pope Francis’ call to "give a soul to the economy of tomorrow".

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 5:10 pm

In his homily for the sixth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, which falls on International Workers’ Day, Cardinal Fernández reflects on the late Pope’s emphasis on the dignity of work.

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In his homily for the sixth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, which falls on International Workers’ Day, Cardinal Fernández reflects on the late Pope’s emphasis on the dignity of work.

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 4:58 pm

A state of emergency has been declared in Israel following what are being described as the country’s largest ever fires.

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A state of emergency has been declared in Israel following what are being described as the country’s largest ever fires.

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 1:33 pm

More than 20 Bishops and 150 Confrères gathered to Celebrate the Jubilee of the Congregation Founded by St. Vincent de Paul. The celebration took place at the Maison Mère, the spiritual heart of the Vincentian mission.

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More than 20 Bishops and 150 Confrères gathered to Celebrate the Jubilee of the Congregation Founded by St. Vincent de Paul. The celebration took place at the Maison Mère, the spiritual heart of the Vincentian mission.

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 11:20 am

The conclave set to begin on May 7 will be the first to include 133 Cardinal electors, but it is not the first time the College of Cardinals has exceeded the 120 limit.

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The conclave set to begin on May 7 will be the first to include 133 Cardinal electors, but it is not the first time the College of Cardinals has exceeded the 120 limit.

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 9:02 am

As the College of Cardinals requests prayers from all Catholics for their discernment for the next Pope, Dominican Fr. Sylvain Detoc recalls the power of the Church’s prayer, especially in moments when the Holy Spirit seeks to open up new horizons.

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As the College of Cardinals requests prayers from all Catholics for their discernment for the next Pope, Dominican Fr. Sylvain Detoc recalls the power of the Church’s prayer, especially in moments when the Holy Spirit seeks to open up new horizons.

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 8:01 am

Bishop Joseph Trần Văn Toản of Long Xuyen in Vietnam has called on the faithful to become “a pilgrim people of hope,” drawing inspiration from the Virgin Mary as the “Woman of the Eucharist,” in his pastoral letter for May 2025.

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Bishop Joseph Trần Văn Toản of Long Xuyen in Vietnam has called on the faithful to become “a pilgrim people of hope,” drawing inspiration from the Virgin Mary as the “Woman of the Eucharist,” in his pastoral letter for May 2025.

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Posted: May 1, 2025, 7:41 am

In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: An Eastern tribute is offered to Pope Francis, we mark the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, and Churches celebrate St. Thomas Sunday .

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In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: An Eastern tribute is offered to Pope Francis, we mark the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, and Churches celebrate St. Thomas Sunday .

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 5:10 pm

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reflects on the late Pope Francis’ enduring support for Palestinian self-determination and global peace, affirming that coexistence, not conflict, is the only viable future for both peoples.

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Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reflects on the late Pope Francis’ enduring support for Palestinian self-determination and global peace, affirming that coexistence, not conflict, is the only viable future for both peoples.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 4:19 pm

Presiding over the fifth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Sandri reflects on Pope Francis’ witness of humble service as well as on the lasting vision he leaves for the future of the Church.

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Presiding over the fifth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Sandri reflects on Pope Francis’ witness of humble service as well as on the lasting vision he leaves for the future of the Church.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 4:00 pm

The Holy See Permanent Observer to the United Nations pays tribute to the late Pope Francis, recalling how his words and actions resonated across the Assembly.

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The Holy See Permanent Observer to the United Nations pays tribute to the late Pope Francis, recalling how his words and actions resonated across the Assembly.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 2:42 pm

Addressing the Third UN Preparatory Committee of the 2026 Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Vatican Permanent Observer Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, strongly reaffirms the Holy See’s unwavering call for global nuclear disarmament.

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Addressing the Third UN Preparatory Committee of the 2026 Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Vatican Permanent Observer Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, strongly reaffirms the Holy See’s unwavering call for global nuclear disarmament.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 11:38 am

The College of Cardinals has requested that all Catholics pray for them, so that they may listen the Holy Spirit as they discern whom to choose as the next Pope.

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The College of Cardinals has requested that all Catholics pray for them, so that they may listen the Holy Spirit as they discern whom to choose as the next Pope.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 11:05 am

Adrian Pallarols, a dear friend of Pope Francis, frequently known as the Pope's silversmith, remembers the late friend with whom he would sit and chat over coffee milk and cookies prepared by nuns 'as a priest who was at my side no matter what happened.'

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Adrian Pallarols, a dear friend of Pope Francis, frequently known as the Pope's silversmith, remembers the late friend with whom he would sit and chat over coffee milk and cookies prepared by nuns 'as a priest who was at my side no matter what happened.'

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 10:46 am

Pope Francis brought ethical urgency to the climate crisis by addressing its human and social consequences, building on the legacy of John Paul II and Benedict XVI.

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Pope Francis brought ethical urgency to the climate crisis by addressing its human and social consequences, building on the legacy of John Paul II and Benedict XVI.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 9:44 am

The College of Cardinals announces that all 133 Cardinal electors participating in the upcoming conclave have the right to vote for the new Pope.

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The College of Cardinals announces that all 133 Cardinal electors participating in the upcoming conclave have the right to vote for the new Pope.

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 8:59 am

During a special commemoration remembering Pope Francis at the United Nations in New York on Tuesday, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres praises the late Pontiff for always being 'a voice of peace in a world of war,' reminding us of our moral duties, and being a constant 'messenger of hope.'

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During a special commemoration remembering Pope Francis at the United Nations in New York on Tuesday, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres praises the late Pontiff for always being 'a voice of peace in a world of war,' reminding us of our moral duties, and being a constant 'messenger of hope.'

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Posted: April 30, 2025, 8:03 am

Presiding over the fourth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Gambetti reminds the faithful that they should see God in everyone as the late Pope did.

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Presiding over the fourth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Gambetti reminds the faithful that they should see God in everyone as the late Pope did.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 4:22 pm

Every last Sunday of the month, Catholic asylum-seekers, migrants, and refugees in South Africa come together in some cities to participate in a Eucharistic celebration. Most of these migrants are from Zimbabwe and have made South Africa (SA) their home.

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Every last Sunday of the month, Catholic asylum-seekers, migrants, and refugees in South Africa come together in some cities to participate in a Eucharistic celebration. Most of these migrants are from Zimbabwe and have made South Africa (SA) their home.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 3:28 pm

The final leg of the 108th “Giro d’Italia” will pay homage to Pope Francis when for the first time in history it will pass through the Vatican gardens.

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The final leg of the 108th “Giro d’Italia” will pay homage to Pope Francis when for the first time in history it will pass through the Vatican gardens.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 2:53 pm

While the Jubilee for People with Disabilities is taking place in Rome from 28-29 April, local churches around the world are also celebrating these days through their pastoral outreach, such as, "Hope for Life" in Ghana, which helps and empowers those with physical and mental challenges.

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While the Jubilee for People with Disabilities is taking place in Rome from 28-29 April, local churches around the world are also celebrating these days through their pastoral outreach, such as, "Hope for Life" in Ghana, which helps and empowers those with physical and mental challenges.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 1:54 pm

The upcoming Conclave opening on May 7 will be less Eurocentric than it has ever been before, with over three-quarters of the 135 Cardinal electors appointed by Pope Francis, who reshaped the College of Cardinals, extending a more "generous" gaze on the peripheries of the Church.

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The upcoming Conclave opening on May 7 will be less Eurocentric than it has ever been before, with over three-quarters of the 135 Cardinal electors appointed by Pope Francis, who reshaped the College of Cardinals, extending a more "generous" gaze on the peripheries of the Church.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 12:54 pm

The College of Cardinals holds their sixth General Congregation on Tuesday morning, and announces the times of the votive Mass ahead of the conclave and the procession to enter the Sistine Chapel.

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The College of Cardinals holds their sixth General Congregation on Tuesday morning, and announces the times of the votive Mass ahead of the conclave and the procession to enter the Sistine Chapel.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 11:24 am

The College of Cardinals expresses their gratitude to the religious and political leaders who attended the Pope’s funeral on Saturday, as well as the civil authorities who helped organise it.

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The College of Cardinals expresses their gratitude to the religious and political leaders who attended the Pope’s funeral on Saturday, as well as the civil authorities who helped organise it.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 10:34 am

Patti Smith, the rock icon of the Seventies and beyond, describes her deep admiration for Pope Francis, whom she met on several occasions. Following Pope Francis' death, she shares a poem and other reflections in his memory, which she describes in an interview to Vatican News.

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Patti Smith, the rock icon of the Seventies and beyond, describes her deep admiration for Pope Francis, whom she met on several occasions. Following Pope Francis' death, she shares a poem and other reflections in his memory, which she describes in an interview to Vatican News.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 10:00 am

The head of disability outreach for the Italian Bishops' Conference, Sr. Veronica Donatello, opens the conference, "We: Pilgrims of Hope," the first event of the Jubilee of Persons with Disabilities.

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The head of disability outreach for the Italian Bishops' Conference, Sr. Veronica Donatello, opens the conference, "We: Pilgrims of Hope," the first event of the Jubilee of Persons with Disabilities.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 9:15 am

In an interview with Vatican News, Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz, often referred to as 'the Pope's Sculptor,' remembers the late Pope Francis and his unique ability to communicate the Lord's immense and unceasing love to the most marginalized and discarded; and how the artist has 'found purpose in giving form to the Holy Father's deep concerns.'

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In an interview with Vatican News, Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz, often referred to as 'the Pope's Sculptor,' remembers the late Pope Francis and his unique ability to communicate the Lord's immense and unceasing love to the most marginalized and discarded; and how the artist has 'found purpose in giving form to the Holy Father's deep concerns.'

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 9:07 am

Bishop Guido Marini, who served for 8 years as Pope Francis’ Master of Liturgical Celebrations, celebrates a memorial Mass and recounts his memories of the faith and humanity of the late Pope.

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Bishop Guido Marini, who served for 8 years as Pope Francis’ Master of Liturgical Celebrations, celebrates a memorial Mass and recounts his memories of the faith and humanity of the late Pope.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 8:41 am

Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu has announced he will obey the will of the late Pope Francis, renouncing his participation in the conclave to elect a new Pope, which begins on May 7.

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Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu has announced he will obey the will of the late Pope Francis, renouncing his participation in the conclave to elect a new Pope, which begins on May 7.

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Posted: April 29, 2025, 7:57 am

On the first day of the Jubilee of Persons with Disabilities, Archbishop Rino Fisichella presides at Mass at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, and prays that the late Pope Francis’ legacy will give us courage “not to remain silent.”

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On the first day of the Jubilee of Persons with Disabilities, Archbishop Rino Fisichella presides at Mass at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, and prays that the late Pope Francis’ legacy will give us courage “not to remain silent.”

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 6:47 pm

At Mass on the third day of the Novemdiales in suffrage for Pope Francis, the Cardinal Vicar General for the Diocese of Rome reminds the faithful, as they mourn the late Pope, that death is not the end because ‘The grain must die to bear fruit.’

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At Mass on the third day of the Novemdiales in suffrage for Pope Francis, the Cardinal Vicar General for the Diocese of Rome reminds the faithful, as they mourn the late Pope, that death is not the end because ‘The grain must die to bear fruit.’

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 4:26 pm

The Catholic Diocese of Katsina has concluded its General Pastoral Assembly, which was aimed at developing a pastoral plan that caters to the needs of the relatively new diocese. The Diocese of Katsina was carved from the Diocese of Sokoto on 16 October 2023. During the assembly, the Bishop urged participants to be guided by the Holy Spirit.

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The Catholic Diocese of Katsina has concluded its General Pastoral Assembly, which was aimed at developing a pastoral plan that caters to the needs of the relatively new diocese. The Diocese of Katsina was carved from the Diocese of Sokoto on 16 October 2023. During the assembly, the Bishop urged participants to be guided by the Holy Spirit.

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 1:51 pm

As Canadians cast their ballots in pivotal elections overshadowed by tariffs and annexation threats from the United States, the Canadian Bishops urge Catholic voters to reflect deeply on the nation’s challenges with hope and a vision for a better future.

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As Canadians cast their ballots in pivotal elections overshadowed by tariffs and annexation threats from the United States, the Canadian Bishops urge Catholic voters to reflect deeply on the nation’s challenges with hope and a vision for a better future.

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 1:17 pm

Among the tributes to Pope Francis, Vatican News spoke to Monsignor Robert Vitillo, who celebrates Pope Francis' leadership in advocating and building relationships in favor of the worlds poorest and marginalized by helping others see that every single human person is a child of God meriting utmost care and respect.

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Among the tributes to Pope Francis, Vatican News spoke to Monsignor Robert Vitillo, who celebrates Pope Francis' leadership in advocating and building relationships in favor of the worlds poorest and marginalized by helping others see that every single human person is a child of God meriting utmost care and respect.

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 12:12 pm

Br Michael Schöpf SJ, International Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), reflects on Pope Francis’ legacy as a global advocate for refugees and peace.

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Br Michael Schöpf SJ, International Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), reflects on Pope Francis’ legacy as a global advocate for refugees and peace.

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 11:43 am

The conclave to elect the 267th Pope will begin on May 7th, following the conclusion of the Novemdiales Masses to pray for the eternal repose of the late Pope Francis.

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The conclave to elect the 267th Pope will begin on May 7th, following the conclusion of the Novemdiales Masses to pray for the eternal repose of the late Pope Francis.

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Posted: April 28, 2025, 11:10 am

Members of the College of Cardinals pay homage to Pope Francis visiting his tomb at the papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, followed by praying Second Vespers together.

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Members of the College of Cardinals pay homage to Pope Francis visiting his tomb at the papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, followed by praying Second Vespers together.

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Posted: April 27, 2025, 5:12 pm

As the Jubilee Year continues in Rome under a modified schedule due to Pope Francis' death, the Jubilee of Teenagers still took place on April 25-27, with tens of thousands of young people from around the world gathered in the Eternal City for the events.

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As the Jubilee Year continues in Rome under a modified schedule due to Pope Francis' death, the Jubilee of Teenagers still took place on April 25-27, with tens of thousands of young people from around the world gathered in the Eternal City for the events.

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Posted: April 27, 2025, 12:12 pm

In mid-January, a month before his hospitalization, the late Pope Francis recorded a video message, reminding young people about the importance of listening while others are speaking.

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In mid-January, a month before his hospitalization, the late Pope Francis recorded a video message, reminding young people about the importance of listening while others are speaking.

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Posted: April 27, 2025, 11:55 am

Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrates Mass on Divine Mercy Sunday in suffrage for Pope Francis, and recalls that mercy offers Christians the golden thread that unites our lives to one another and to Christ.

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Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrates Mass on Divine Mercy Sunday in suffrage for Pope Francis, and recalls that mercy offers Christians the golden thread that unites our lives to one another and to Christ.

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Posted: April 27, 2025, 9:12 am