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Pope Francis Makes Surprise Visit to Regina Coeli Prison on Holy Thursday, Meets with Some 70 Inmates
According to the Vatican, the pope met with approximately 70 inmates who regularly participate in activities and catechesis organized by prison’s chaplaincy.
To Enhance Experience of Jubilee Pilgrims to Rome, 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. Peter has led various restoration and innovation projects.
Holy Week Pilgrims in Rome Take Up Ancient Seven Churches Walks
The practice of church pilgrimages dates back centuries in the Catholic Church.
More than 1,800 Catholic Priests, Cardinals, Bishops Celebrate Holy Thursday Chrism Mass Inside St. Peter’s Basilica
On Holy Thursday, more than 1,880 priests, bishops, and cardinals renewed the promises made at their ordinations during the chrism Mass inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Francis Welcomes Gemelli Medical Teams to the Vatican, Thanks Them for Their Care
The 88-year-old Holy Father greeted approximately 70 men and women representing leadership and staff from the hospital.
Pope Francis: God’s Merciful Love Goes Out in Search of All Those Who Are Lost
Using Rembrandt’s painting “Return of the Prodigal Son” as inspiration, the Holy Father said God’s love is like that of a father who goes out in search of his lost children.
Ecumenical Expert: "No theological reasons to celebrate Easter on different dates"
Father Frans Bouwen, a leading voice in ecumenical dialogue, holds that “there are no real theological reasons” to justify Christians celebrating Easter on different dates.
As Pope Francis’ Health Improves, Vatican Says Cardinals to Celebrate Holy Week Liturgies
It has not yet been decided who will celebrate the Easter Vigil Mass on Saturday evening and the Easter Sunday Mass, Holy See spokesperson Matteo Bruni said Tuesday.
In Another Surprise Public Appearance, Pope Francis Greets Pilgrims at Palm Sunday Holy Mass in St. Peter's Square
Marking another in a series of recent surprise public appearances, Pope Francis on Sunday briefly greeted thousands of pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square to celebrate Palm Sunday.
Vatican Updates Rules for Mass Intentions, Permits Collective Offerings under Strict Conditions
Pope Francis approved the document — published so far only in Italian — on Palm Sunday, April 13. It will take effect on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Pope Francis Makes Prayerful Pilgrimage to Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome ahead of Holy Week
The pontiff's participation in upcoming Easter ceremonies remains uncertain as he gradually returns to public activities.
“Seeds of Peace and Hope”: Vatican Announces Theme for 2025 World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has announced the theme chosen by Pope Francis for the 2025 World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.
Pope Francis Calls on University Students to Proclaim “the Gospel of Jesus Christ, dead and risen”
Pope Francis encouraged university students in a message to participants of the International UNIV Congress 2025 in Rome during Holy Week.
Vatican Offers Health Update after Pope Francis’ Surprise Visit to St. Peter's Basilica without Papal Attire
A Vatican spokesman told journalists the pope had wanted to get some air and then decided to extend his time outside of his residence by going to the basilica “as he was.”
Pope Francis Makes Surprise Second Appearance at St. Peter’s Basilica in Wheelchair on Thursday
Pope Francis made a surprise second appearance Thursday at St. Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Francis in Wednesday Catechesis: The "logic of merit" Doesn't Gain Us Heaven
The 88-year-old pope emphasized that a loving relationship with God and with others is key for a happy and fulfilling life on earth and also in heaven.
Charismatic Catholics Meet in Rome to Celebrate Jubilee of Hope
As part of the Jubilee of Hope, a World Meeting of Prayer Groups of the Charismatic Renewal has concluded in Rome.
Vatican’s Financial Watchdog Reports Decrease in Suspicious Activities
The Supervisory and Financial Information Authority (ASIF) published its 2024 annual report showing steady improvements in the Holy See’s financial monitoring system.
Pope Francis Meets with King Charles and Queen Camilla at the Vatican
Pope Francis greeted England’s King Charles and Queen Camilla on Wednesday in a brief meeting in which the dignitaries wished each other well.
Pope Francis Shows Slight Improvements During Convalescence, Vatican Says
The Holy See Press Office told journalists during a morning press briefing on the pope’s health that the 88-year-old pontiff’s lung infection is “still ongoing though decreasing.”
