Basilica of St. Mary Major
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Pope Francis returns to the Vatican after 3 days in the hospital
Pope Francis was discharged from the hospital Saturday morning after a three-night stay in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Read more
Pope Francis on World Day for Consecrated Life: Religious have ‘special role’ in the Church
Pope Francis’ message was read at the beginning of a Mass for consecrated men and women in Rome’s St. Mary... 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
Pope Francis prays rosary for peace in Ukraine and around the world
The pope meditated on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary in union with Marian shrines around the world. Read more
Ukraine war: Catholics invited to join Pope Francis in praying rosary for peace
The Vatican said: ‘All the faithful in every part of the world are invited to support Pope Francis in his... Read more
Pope Francis appoints commissioner to oversee Rome basilica’s financial assets
St. Mary Major is one of four papal major basilicas in Rome. 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
