Archive for April 25, 2025
PHOTOS: A timeline of Pope Francis’ 12 years as pope
Pope Francis was the 265th successor of St. Peter. Here is a timeline of key events during his papacy. Read more
The time Pope Francis visited a record shop and other personal moments
Pope Francis was a pope of “firsts,” and his pontificate was marked not only by historic events and memorable themes... Read more
‘Conclave’ fact vs. fiction: What does the hit movie get right and wrong?
Here’s a (non-exhaustive) look at what “Conclave” gets wrong — and gets right — about the process of electing a... Read more
German group slams bishops’ same-sex blessing guide issued after Pope Francis’ death
Here is a roundup of Catholic world news that you might have missed this week. Read more
CNA explains: Dire wolf ‘resurrection’? What Catholics should know
Here’s what Catholics should know about the dire wolves and what the Church might have to say about “resurrecting” extinct... Read more
Cardinal Becciu claims conclave vote despite loss of privileges
The former deputy Vatican secretary of state told Italian media as he left his native Sardinia for Rome on April... Read more
Pope Francis’ coffin to be sealed Friday evening ahead of Saturday funeral
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the camerlengo, will preside at the Rite of Sealing of the Coffin beginning at 8 p.m. Rome... Read more
Pope Francis’ historic appointments: 4 women helping to lead the Vatican
Throughout his papacy, Francis took steps to appoint and integrate women into leadership roles in the Vatican. Read more
Longtime EWTN host Father Brian Mullady passes away
Brian Thomas Becket Mullady, OP, will be remembered for his strong media presence teaching the Catholic faith in an understandable... Read more
Preview of Pope Francis’ tomb in St. Mary Major Basilica
Pope Francis’ tomb is made of Ligurian (Italian) marble with the sole inscription “FRANCISCUS” and a reproduction of his pectoral... Read more
Cardinal Dolan: Pope Francis was ‘a man of the heart’
The late Pope Francis was “a man of the heart” who preached tenderness and mercy to the global Church, New... Read more
Pope Francis and Africa: The many highs and a moment of misgiving
Pope Francis’ more than 12-year pontificate deeply resonated with the people of God in Africa, with one exception related to... Read more
The legacy of Pope Francis in Latin America
As the first Latin American pontiff, the legacy of Pope Francis in the region is complex, according to analysts consulted... Read more
1,800 Civil Protection volunteers on hand to streamline flow for Francis’ funeral
More than 1,800 Italian Civil Protection volunteers are currently deployed to coordinate and facilitate the flow of pilgrims paying their... Read more
Holy Spirit chose Pope Francis to be ‘instrument of Christ,’ Cardinal Pierre says
Pope Francis asked us “to be a Church which announces the good news of Christ,” Cardinal Christophe Pierre said on... Read more
Colorado bishops call new law offering tax dollars for abortion a ‘tragedy’
As part of the new law, an earlier provision in the state constitution that prohibited public funds for abortion has... Read more
Catholic Relief Services ordered to pay ex-employee $60,000 in LGBT discrimination suit
The dispute came down to the court’s interpretation of the “ministerial exception,” a legal doctrine that exempts religious entities from... Read more
Pope Francis’ coffin closed in private ceremony in St. Peter’s Basilica
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the camerlengo, presided over the rite of the closing and sealing of the coffin. Read more
These are the heads of state and dignitaries who will attend Pope Francis’ funeral
Pope Francis’ funeral will be attended by dozens of heads of state, monarchs, foreign ministers, and other leaders from around... Read more
Evening pilgrims bid farewell to Pope Francis ahead of Saturday funeral
Among the more than 250,000 people who made their way to the Vatican this week were the nocturnal pilgrims wanting... Read more
What to know about Pope Francis’ Saturday morning funeral
Saturday’s funeral will kick off the traditional Novendiales, nine consecutive days of mourning for the suffrage of the late pope.... Read more
First pilgrims begin to line up 12 hours ahead of Pope Francis’ funeral
The first of thousands of pilgrims were already lining up along the streets to catch a glimpse of the late... Read more
