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Vatican postpones Carlo Acutis canonization following Pope Francis’ death
The Vatican announced Monday that the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis has been postponed following the death of Pope Francis. Read more
BREAKING: Pope Francis dies at 88, ending historic pontificate marked by mercy and reform
Pope Francis, who led the Catholic Church for just over 12 years as its first Latin American pontiff, has died... Read more
Pope Francis meets Vice President Vance, exchanges Easter gifts
Pope Francis met briefly with U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Easter Sunday morning at the Casa Santa Marta, the... Read more
Pope calls for peace, warns against ‘logic of fear’ in Easter message ‘urbi et orbi’
The pope’s traditional blessing, “urbi et orbi,” was read by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, but Pope Francis later toured St. Peter’s... Read more
Full text of Pope Francis’ blessing ‘urbi et orbi’ for Easter 2025
“Urbi et orbi” means “To the city [of Rome] and to the world.” It is a special apostolic blessing given... Read more
‘Run’ to seek Christ in everyday life, Pope Francis says in Easter Sunday homily
“We must look for him without ceasing,” the pope’s prepared text emphasized. “Because if he has risen from the dead,... Read more
PHOTOS: Holy Saturday Easter Vigil at St. Peter’s Basilica
The liturgy was celebrated by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re. Read more
Pope Francis in Easter Vigil homily: Christ is the ‘turning point’ in human history
“It falls to us to proclaim this Easter hope, this ‘turning point’ where darkness becomes light,” the pope wrote in... Read more
Vance visits Vatican: U.S. vice president and Cardinal Parolin address global concerns
During Holy Saturday talks at the Vatican, Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin reaffirmed their... Read more
Catholic-Orthodox families prepare with joy to celebrate shared Easter date
Two families of mixed Catholic and Orthodox Christian members are looking forward to celebrating Easter together on the same date... Read more
Rome’s ancient Colosseum hosts Way of the Cross with pope’s theme of renewal
Unable to attend the Good Friday ceremony in person for the third consecutive year, the pope offered deep meditations for... Read more
PHOTOS: Angels of Rome’s Ponte Sant’Angelo guide pilgrims through Christ’s passion
The recently restored Ponte Sant’Angelo in Rome features 10 angels holding symbols of Christ’s passion, creating a profound spiritual journey... Read more
On Good Friday, Vatican preacher says authentic intelligence is found in self-giving love
Father Roberto Pasolini, OFM Cap, in his homily emphasized the importance of self-gift over self-reliance and on surrender of one’s... Read more
Vice President JD Vance attends Vatican Good Friday service
On his trip, Vance — who is a convert to Catholicism — will also be visiting cultural and religious sites... Read more
What are the Good Friday Reproaches?
The Good Friday Reproaches are a series of antiphons, known also as “Popule Meus” (“My People”), coming from the opening... Read more
Washing of feet at Vatican highlights Holy Thursday call to reject world that ‘betrays’ for profit
Cardinal Mauro Gambetti urged Catholics to reject a world that “betrays” people for economic gain and power, instead embracing the... Read more
Pope Francis makes surprise visit to Regina Coeli prison on Holy Thursday
According to the Vatican, the pope met with approximately 70 inmates who regularly participate in activities and catechesis organized by... Read more
CNA explains: Why Eastern and Western Easter dates differ — and why 2025 is different
The Council of Nicaea's 1,700th anniversary marks a rare unified Easter in 2025, sparking hope for Christian unity. Read more
Security, technological enhancements made to St. Peter’s Basilica
With the aim of improving the experience of pilgrims traveling to Rome for the holy year, the Fabric of St.... Read more
Holy Week pilgrims in Rome take up ancient Seven Churches walks
The practice of church pilgrimages dates back centuries in the Catholic Church. Read more
