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7 popes are buried at St. Mary Major; Pope Francis will soon be the eighth
Pope Francis will be buried today at Santa Maria Maggiore — who are the other popes buried there? Read more
Who are the many popes not buried in the Vatican?
Various factors are at play when it comes to the decision of a burial place for a pope. Pope Francis... Read more
Pope Francis makes prayerful visit to Marian basilica before Holy Week
The pontiff’s participation in upcoming Easter ceremonies remains uncertain as he gradually returns to public activities. Read more
First known Nativity scene figurines are on display in Rome
The first known Nativity scene figurines are housed in the Basilica of St. Mary Major. Read more
Popular Marian icon in Rome gets conservation check-up
Art restorers from the Vatican Museums checked the conservation of an important Byzantine Marian icon in Rome on Thursday. Read more
First known nativity scene figurines can now be seen in St. Mary Major Basilica
The first known nativity scene figurines are on display this Christmas in one of Rome’s oldest basilicas. Read more
On feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis points to Mary’s trust in God
On the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to imitate Mary’s deep trust and openness to God... Read more
The relics of St Therese, and her parents, will be displayed throughout the synod
Glass cases with the relics of Saint Therese of Lisieux and her parents, Blessed Louis and Zelie Martin, will be... Read more
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