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Vatican closes St. Peter’s Square as final preparations underway for Pope Francis’ burial
According to a decision by the Holy See, St. Peter’s Square closed today at 5 p.m. local time, as thousands...
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50 heads of state and 10 monarchs expected for Pope’s Funeral
As of 1:00 p.m. local time, more than 61,000 faithful have paid their final respects to the body of Pope...
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St. Peter’s Basilica remained open throughout the night for the veneration of Pope Francis’s body
St. Peter's Basilica remained open throughout the night so that the faithful could pay their respects to Pope Francis's body....
Read moreOver 100,000 faithful gather at St. Peter’s Square to pay respects to Pope Francis
More than 100,000 faithful have filled St. Peter’s Square and the surrounding streets, according to estimates by Vatican authorities, as...
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Pope Francis’ body laid out for public veneration (upd)
LAST UPDATE: 11:55 The ceremony for the transfer of the body of the late Pope Francis has been completed. The...
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Who will be the next Pope? Eight leading contenders to succeed Francis
Following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, the Catholic Church has entered a period of anticipation as it...
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Pope Francis’ funeral set for Saturday — Public viewing begins Wednesday (upd)
LAST UPDATE: 12:30 As officially announced by the Vatican, the funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday at...
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Pope Francis fell asleep in the Lord
Pope Francis fell asleep in the Lord at the age of 88 years old today, April 21, 2025. Cardinal Kevin...
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Vatican: Critical forty-eight hours for Pope Francis amid ongoing prayer vigils
According to Vatican sources, Pope Francis did not experience any new respiratory crises last night, though his condition remains complex....
Read moreVatican: Pope Francis shows further signs of improvement
According to the Vatican Press Office, Pope Francis' health has shown slight further improvement over the past 24 hours, and...
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Memory of Venerable Makrina
The Church commemorates Venerable Dius of Antioch, who lived during the reign of Theodosius the Great. He was well...
Patriarch of Romania to mark birthday with thanksgiving prayers in Bucharest
Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church will celebrate his birthday on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. On this occasion,...
Participants in the “From Rome to New Rome” pilgrimage explored Roman Art and History
Following a private morning audience with Pope Leo XIV at Castel Gandolfo yesterday, participants in the “From Rome to...
EU approves 18th sanctions package against Russia targeting energy, banking, and trade sectors
The Council of General Affairs of the European Union today officially approved the 18th package of sanctions against Russia,...
Greek Defense Minister meets Patriarch of Antioch to discuss protection of Christian Communities
Greek Minister of National Defense, Nikos Dendias, met with Patriarch John X of Antioch at the Patriarchal Seat in...
Patriarch of Jerusalem and Cardinal Pizzaballa visit Gaza (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
In a powerful demonstration of ecclesial unity and humanitarian commitment, Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem, and Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa,...
