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Cercas: First and foremost, Pope Francis was a priest
Posted on 04/23/2025 05:32 AM ()
Spanish writer Javier Cercas, who has written a book on the Pope's visit to Mongolia, reflects on the Pope’s humanity and legacy.
South Sudanese Cardinal Ameyu: ' We have lost a great man, our advocate'
Posted on 04/23/2025 05:32 AM ()
The Archbishop of Juba in South Sudan mourns the passing of Pope Francis and reflects on how he was the only voice in the international arena that continued to appeal for peace and dialogue in the suffering nation.
Sr. Norma Pimentel remembers Pope Francis' 'I love you'
Posted on 04/23/2025 03:35 AM ()
In an interview with Vatican News, Sr. Norma Pimentel remembers a dear friend, the late Pope Francis, and his heartfelt words to encourage her efforts to help vulnerable people at the border of the United States, and to reassure everyone of God's immense love for them.
Cardinal Bo: 'Pope Francis had profound respect for people of Asia'
Posted on 04/23/2025 03:33 AM ()
In an interview in the wake of Pope Francis' death, Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Myanmar remembers the late Pope “as a loving and compassionate shepherd” whose “voice became our echo,” whose "heart understood our grief," and whose "presence brought healing." The Cardinal, who served as the leader of Asia’s Bishops for two terms, recalls the late Pope’s "profound affection" for the people of Asia, and his "love for" the suffering people of Myanmar.
Pope Francis’ mortal remains carried to St. Peter’s Basilica
Posted on 04/23/2025 02:05 AM ()
The mortal remains of Pope Francis have been transferred from the Casa Santa Marta to St. Peter’s Basilica, where his body will lie in state so the faithful may pay their respects until his funeral on Saturday.
Cardinal Parolin leads Rosary at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major
Posted on 04/22/2025 15:19 PM ()
On Tuesday evening, Cardinal Pietro Parolin leads the Rosary at Saint Mary Major, the second Rosary prayed in memory of Pope Francis at the Basilica.
Cardinal Re: We thank God for the gift of Pope Francis’ ministry
Posted on 04/22/2025 14:05 PM ()
In Saint Peter’s Square, the Rosary on Tuesday evening was offered in suffrage for Pope Francis, who returned to the House of the Father on Easter Monday. Leading the Marian prayer was the Dean of the College of Cardinals, who praised Francis as a pilgrim of hope. Hundreds of faithful gathered in the square in a moving atmosphere of reverence.
What happens after the Pope dies?
Posted on 04/22/2025 08:44 AM ()
The death of a Pope marks the beginning of a series of events that lead to the eventual start of a conclave and election of a new Successor of St. Peter. We lay out in detail the events that lead to the election of a new Pope.
General Congregations of Cardinals begin in the Vatican
Posted on 04/22/2025 03:44 AM ()
The first General Congregation of the College of Cardinals takes place in the Vatican, marking the beginning of a period of prayer, reflection, and preparation following the death of Pope Francis.
Pope Francis' final hours and gratitude for returning to the Square
Posted on 04/22/2025 03:00 AM ()
Among the final words of the late Pope Francis was a "thank you" to his personal healthcare assistant, Massimiliano Strappetti, for encouraging him to take one last ride in the popemobile on Sunday after the Urbi et Orbi. He rested in the afternoon, had a quiet dinner, and then at dawn suddenly fell ill and died.