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CNA explains: ‘Sede vacante’ and ‘interregnum’ — what do they mean?
A highly regulated process has now begun that will see Pope Francis’ earthly body laid to rest and a conclave... Read more
Pope Francis moved to St. Peter’s Basilica for final goodbye
The rite began in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, where Francis lived for the 12 years of his... Read more
General congregation begins: Cardinals suspend beatifications, swear to secrecy
At the first general congregation of cardinals in Rome on Tuesday, the estimated 60 cardinals in attendance chose the date... Read more
During oral arguments, Supreme Court seems to support parental opt-outs for LGBT coursework
During oral arguments Tuesday, most of the justices on the United States Supreme Court appeared sympathetic toward parents in their... Read more
CNA explains: What happens during the Vatican’s 9 days of mourning for the pope?
Rooted in ancient Christian and Roman customs, the Novendiales is a period of nine consecutive days dedicated to mourning the... Read more
Two days before his death, Pope Francis made final call to pastor of Gaza parish
Father Gabriel Romanelli, the pastor of Holy Family Parish in Gaza, summed up Pope Francis’ last call on Saturday night,... Read more
The last time the world saw Pope Francis
Pope Francis greeted the faithful around the world for the last time from St. Peter’s Basilica on the most important... Read more
Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome
Speaking to Catholic faithful gathered inside the Manila Cathedral, Cardinal José Advíncula said Filipinos should be “filled with gratitude” for... Read more
‘Brother in humanity’: Church leaders in Middle East pay tribute to Pope Francis
Pope Francis is being remembered in the Middle East with tears, prayers, and gratitude. Read more
‘Death is not the end of everything’: Vatican releases pope’s reflections on aging, dying
“We must not be afraid of old age, we must not fear embracing becoming old,” wrote Francis in the preface... Read more
Pope Francis’ grandfatherly advice
During his papacy, Pope Francis shared advice and bits of practical wisdom on how to get along with one another,... Read more
Cardinal Goh: Pope Francis was dedicated to leading Church’s ‘new evangelization’
Cardinal William Goh said the Archdiocese of Singapore swiftly organized the Tuesday afternoon memorial Mass held in the Cathedral of... Read more
From sede vacante to conclave: Key terms to know at the start of a papal transition
Here are some of the key words and phrases that will be used throughout the interregnum, especially the conclave to... Read more
National Catholic Educational Association to highlight artificial intelligence
More than 3,200 are set to attend the National Catholic Educational Association 2025 Convention at Orange County Convention Center in... Read more
The final hours of Pope Francis: ‘Thank you for bringing me back to the Square’
In the wake of his death, the Vatican released further details on Tuesday about the Pope Francis’ final hours. Read more
Pope Francis in his own words: 12 key quotes that defined his 12-year pontificate
His words often focused on the dignity of the poor, migrants, refugees, and the elderly as well as the importance... Read more
Earth Day: 10 quotes from Pope Francis on creation, care for the environment
In remembrance of Pope Francis’ message urging the faithful to protect the environment and to celebrate Earth Day, here are... Read more
Remembering Pope Francis’ 2015 visit to the United States
Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88, visited the United States just once, nearly 10... Read more
Vatican releases first photos of Pope Francis after his death
The photos show the pope dressed in red vestments and lying in a simple wooden coffin inside the chapel of... Read more
Pope Francis to be buried at St. Mary Major Basilica following Saturday funeral
In accordance with his personal wishes, Pope Francis will not be buried in the Vatican grottoes but instead at the... Read more
