Local Masses
Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg (Pinellas County)
The Cathedral of St. Jude and the Chapel of Our Lady are open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated today April 21, 2025 at 11:00am.
St. Michael the Archangel, Clearwater (Pinellas County)
The Memorial Mass for our Holy Father, Pope Francis, is this Wednesday, April 30th at 7pm. All are welcome to attend. Please note, Benediction will start at 6pm not 6:30pm.
St. Paul Catholic Church, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
St. Paul Catholic Church is open for the faithful to gather to pray for the eternal rest of Pope Francis.
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis will be celebrated tonight, April 21, 2025, at 7:00pm.
Christ the King, Tampa (Hillsborough County)
Daily Mass today, April 21, 2025 in the church as we pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis.
Nativity, Brandon (Hillsborough County)
A memorial Mass for Pope Francis will be celebrated on Thursday, April 24th at 6:00 pm.
Our Lady of the Rosary, Land O’ Lakes (Pasco County)
A Memorial Mass for Pope Francis will take place on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:30pm.
St. Frances Xavier Cabrini (Hernando County)
We will celebrate a Special Mass in Memoriam of Our Pope Wednesday, April 30th at 7 pm.
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Keir Starmer resigns as British Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party after accepting that he had lost the party of his party to lead the country into the next general election.
Keir Starmer resigns as British Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party after accepting that he had lost the party of his party to lead the country into the next general election.
Amid the rubble and suffering of a population exhausted by war, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and the Greek Orthodox Patriarch begin meeting with clergy, religious communities, local Christian families, and people affected by the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Amid the rubble and suffering of a population exhausted by war, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and the Greek Orthodox Patriarch begin meeting with clergy, religious communities, local Christian families, and people affected by the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
During a visit to the Vatican's summer camp for children of employees, Pope Leo XIV encourages children to use technology responsibly.
During a visit to the Vatican's summer camp for children of employees, Pope Leo XIV encourages children to use technology responsibly.
As Pope Leo XIV visits the headquarters of the World Food Programme, Gemma Snowdon, a WFP official who served in South Sudan, says the visit offers encouragement for the mission of UN humanitarians, especially those serving in remote areas affected by conflict and climate shocks.
As Pope Leo XIV visits the headquarters of the World Food Programme, Gemma Snowdon, a WFP official who served in South Sudan, says the visit offers encouragement for the mission of UN humanitarians, especially those serving in remote areas affected by conflict and climate shocks.
The General Secretariat of the Synod announces that leaders of the Church's continental bodies are gathering in Rome to assess progress in implementing the Synod on Synodality and to prepare for the ecclesial Assemblies of 2027–2028.
The General Secretariat of the Synod announces that leaders of the Church's continental bodies are gathering in Rome to assess progress in implementing the Synod on Synodality and to prepare for the ecclesial Assemblies of 2027–2028.
Pope Leo XIV visits the UN World Food Programme headquarters in Rome and insists that food, water, and healthcare cannot be subordinated to geopolitical interests, calling for nations to work together with renewed multilateralism.
Pope Leo XIV visits the UN World Food Programme headquarters in Rome and insists that food, water, and healthcare cannot be subordinated to geopolitical interests, calling for nations to work together with renewed multilateralism.
The first encyclical of Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas’, published on 26 May 2026, links the pursuit of language as a tool for peace to the synodal journey of the Church. In an interview with Vatican News, Father Justin Nkunzi, president of the Justice and Peace Commission in the Archdiocese of Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)—a region scarred by violent conflicts—explains how this language can become an instrument of peace not only in the DRC but in the whole Great Lakes
The first encyclical of Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas’, published on 26 May 2026, links the pursuit of language as a tool for peace to the synodal journey of the Church. In an interview with Vatican News, Father Justin Nkunzi, president of the Justice and Peace Commission in the Archdiocese of Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)—a region scarred by violent conflicts—explains how this language can become an instrument of peace not only in the DRC but in the whole Great Lakes
Fr. Luigi Pugliese, an Italian priest who serves as the Rector of the Marian Shrine in Acerra, near Naples, shares his hopes for the impact of Pope Leo XIV’s visit on May 23 to the area.
Fr. Luigi Pugliese, an Italian priest who serves as the Rector of the Marian Shrine in Acerra, near Naples, shares his hopes for the impact of Pope Leo XIV’s visit on May 23 to the area.
Pope Leo XIV meets with the members of the Jérôme Lejeune Foundation, and praises the French pediatrician and founder of modern genetics as a man who defended life and human dignity in favor of the common good.
Pope Leo XIV meets with the members of the Jérôme Lejeune Foundation, and praises the French pediatrician and founder of modern genetics as a man who defended life and human dignity in favor of the common good.
The 96th General Assembly of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is set to open in Prague, Czechia, on June 24, bringing together 113 public radio and television broadcasters from 56 countries, including Vatican Radio, one of the EBU’s founding members.
The 96th General Assembly of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is set to open in Prague, Czechia, on June 24, bringing together 113 public radio and television broadcasters from 56 countries, including Vatican Radio, one of the EBU’s founding members.
Talks about the details of a long-term peace deal to end the war between the United States and Iran have begun in Switzerland.
Talks about the details of a long-term peace deal to end the war between the United States and Iran have begun in Switzerland.
Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz has declared a National State of Emergency, to empower the Police reinforced by the Military, to sweep aside road blocks which are choking the supply arteries of food and fuel. Jam
Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz has declared a National State of Emergency, to empower the Police reinforced by the Military, to sweep aside road blocks which are choking the supply arteries of food and fuel. Jam
Following the recitation of the Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Leo marks world Refugee Day, prays for victims in a car crash in Brazil and greets members of the Pentecostal Church.
Following the recitation of the Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Leo marks world Refugee Day, prays for victims in a car crash in Brazil and greets members of the Pentecostal Church.
Pope Leo XIV urges Christians to root their mission in personal encounter and contemplation, drawing strength from an intimate relationship with Christ to witness to the Gospel with hope, love, and perseverance in every circumstance.
Pope Leo XIV urges Christians to root their mission in personal encounter and contemplation, drawing strength from an intimate relationship with Christ to witness to the Gospel with hope, love, and perseverance in every circumstance.
During a visit to the birthplace of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Pope Leo XIV recalls her devotion to the Sacred Heart and says her service to migrants remains a model for the Church in today's world.
During a visit to the birthplace of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Pope Leo XIV recalls her devotion to the Sacred Heart and says her service to migrants remains a model for the Church in today's world.
During his pastoral visit to Pavia, Pope Leo urges citizens to take responsibility for the common good, describing the city as both a gift and a task.
During his pastoral visit to Pavia, Pope Leo urges citizens to take responsibility for the common good, describing the city as both a gift and a task.
Pope Leo visits the church where St Augustine is buried, reflecting on pessimism, interiority, and the need to "read the signs of the times".
Pope Leo visits the church where St Augustine is buried, reflecting on pessimism, interiority, and the need to "read the signs of the times".
Continuity or change is the choice for voters throughout Colombia this Sunday, in the second round of the Presidential Election, with one candidate seeking to end six decades of conflict via negotiations, while the other is determined to end all dialogue forthwith.
Continuity or change is the choice for voters throughout Colombia this Sunday, in the second round of the Presidential Election, with one candidate seeking to end six decades of conflict via negotiations, while the other is determined to end all dialogue forthwith.
At least five people have been killed in a series of Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks across southern Lebanon overnight and early Saturday.
At least five people have been killed in a series of Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks across southern Lebanon overnight and early Saturday.
"Magnifica Humanitas" addresses issues that touch on many dimensions of human existence. In light of this breadth, and inspired by Article 13 of the Encyclical, we wish to broaden the discussion of the themes raised by Pope Leo XIV by inviting voices that do not necessarily belong to, or are not closely associated with, the Catholic Church to share their reflections.
"Magnifica Humanitas" addresses issues that touch on many dimensions of human existence. In light of this breadth, and inspired by Article 13 of the Encyclical, we wish to broaden the discussion of the themes raised by Pope Leo XIV by inviting voices that do not necessarily belong to, or are not closely associated with, the Catholic Church to share their reflections.
During their ad limina visit to Rome, the bishops of Hong Kong and Macau reflect on missionary renewal, ecclesial communion, and the lived experience of synodality through dialogue, listening, and shared discernment with Pope Leo XIV.
During their ad limina visit to Rome, the bishops of Hong Kong and Macau reflect on missionary renewal, ecclesial communion, and the lived experience of synodality through dialogue, listening, and shared discernment with Pope Leo XIV.
As the Church celebrates the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jenny Kraska offers her thoughts on the day's liturgical readings, reflecting on the theme, " The Cure for a Midsummer Night’s Confusion.”
As the Church celebrates the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jenny Kraska offers her thoughts on the day's liturgical readings, reflecting on the theme, " The Cure for a Midsummer Night’s Confusion.”
In a video message to the 50th Steubenville Summer Youth Conference, Pope Leo XIV reveals 'the secret' to being able to face challenging circumstances with a smile, and reassures all participating that 'If we have the profound conviction that God cares for us as His beloved children, we will not be flustered or discouraged, even in difficult situations.'
In a video message to the 50th Steubenville Summer Youth Conference, Pope Leo XIV reveals 'the secret' to being able to face challenging circumstances with a smile, and reassures all participating that 'If we have the profound conviction that God cares for us as His beloved children, we will not be flustered or discouraged, even in difficult situations.'
At least 10 people, including four children, were injured in a Russian strike on Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region, Ukrainian authorities said Friday. In southern Ukraine, the State Emergency Service reported that one person was killed and four others were injured in a separate Russian attack on the Odesa region.
At least 10 people, including four children, were injured in a Russian strike on Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region, Ukrainian authorities said Friday. In southern Ukraine, the State Emergency Service reported that one person was killed and four others were injured in a separate Russian attack on the Odesa region.
At least 18 people were killed in southern Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes overnight. At the same time, Israel confirmed four of its soldiers also died in the fighting.
At least 18 people were killed in southern Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes overnight. At the same time, Israel confirmed four of its soldiers also died in the fighting.
A national U.S. study finds growing interest in Catholic faith driven by the search for truth, purpose and community
A national U.S. study finds growing interest in Catholic faith driven by the search for truth, purpose and community
Pope Leo XIV urges participants in the first 'Borgo Laudato si’ Dialogues' to foster a new model of moral leadership and to help build a 'civilisation of love' in the face of growing dehumanisation.
Pope Leo XIV urges participants in the first 'Borgo Laudato si’ Dialogues' to foster a new model of moral leadership and to help build a 'civilisation of love' in the face of growing dehumanisation.
Cardinal George Koovakad, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, met with President Ilham Aliyev and religious leaders in Baku during his 15–19 June visit, underlining the importance of tolerance, multiculturalism, and continued cooperation between the Holy See and Azerbaijan to strengthen peaceful coexistence among different faith communities.
Cardinal George Koovakad, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, met with President Ilham Aliyev and religious leaders in Baku during his 15–19 June visit, underlining the importance of tolerance, multiculturalism, and continued cooperation between the Holy See and Azerbaijan to strengthen peaceful coexistence among different faith communities.
Pope Leo XIV presides over the funeral Mass for Cardinal Ruini, a key figure in the Italian Church for decades, who passed away last Tuesday at the age of 95.
Pope Leo XIV presides over the funeral Mass for Cardinal Ruini, a key figure in the Italian Church for decades, who passed away last Tuesday at the age of 95.
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at ending the conflict.
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at ending the conflict.
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Peru, Mr. José María Balcázar Zelada, in the Vatican on Thursday.
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Peru, Mr. José María Balcázar Zelada, in the Vatican on Thursday.
The President of the South African Council of Churches (SACC), Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, has called for urgent action to address violence against African foreign nationals while urging South Africans to reject hatred and embrace the values of human dignity and solidarity.
The President of the South African Council of Churches (SACC), Archbishop Sithembele Sipuka, has called for urgent action to address violence against African foreign nationals while urging South Africans to reject hatred and embrace the values of human dignity and solidarity.
Pope Leo XIV encourages Eastern rite Catholics to enrich the Church with its spiritual riches, and condemns the instability caused by war that forces Christians to flee their native lands.
Pope Leo XIV encourages Eastern rite Catholics to enrich the Church with its spiritual riches, and condemns the instability caused by war that forces Christians to flee their native lands.
Pope Leo XIV approves the beatification of 20 priests martyred in hatred of the faith during the Spanish Civil War and recognises the heroic virtues of five Servants of God whose lives were marked by missionary zeal, charity, prayer, and faithful service to the Church.
Pope Leo XIV approves the beatification of 20 priests martyred in hatred of the faith during the Spanish Civil War and recognises the heroic virtues of five Servants of God whose lives were marked by missionary zeal, charity, prayer, and faithful service to the Church.
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and encourages them to be beacons of hope, peace, and unity in a world marked by violence and division.
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and encourages them to be beacons of hope, peace, and unity in a world marked by violence and division.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says negotiations on a final agreement with the United States will begin on Friday.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says negotiations on a final agreement with the United States will begin on Friday.
Catholic bishops from Kenya's North Rift region have renewed their call for peace, reconciliation, and social cohesion during an Inter-diocesan Mass celebrated recently, in Chemolingot, Baringo County, an area that has experienced recurring insecurity and intercommunal conflict.
Catholic bishops from Kenya's North Rift region have renewed their call for peace, reconciliation, and social cohesion during an Inter-diocesan Mass celebrated recently, in Chemolingot, Baringo County, an area that has experienced recurring insecurity and intercommunal conflict.
In a telegram, Pope Leo XIV offers his condolences for the passing of Cardinal Camillo Ruini, Vicar General Emeritus of the Diocese of Rome and important figure in the Italian Church, expressing his “gratitude to the Lord for the gift of this esteemed man of the Church.”
In a telegram, Pope Leo XIV offers his condolences for the passing of Cardinal Camillo Ruini, Vicar General Emeritus of the Diocese of Rome and important figure in the Italian Church, expressing his “gratitude to the Lord for the gift of this esteemed man of the Church.”
Gathered in Ouagadougou recently, for their plenary assembly, the bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Burkina Faso-Niger (CEB-N) reaffirmed their commitment to peace, the vitality of Small Christian Communities (SCCs), and the renewal of Catholic education.
Gathered in Ouagadougou recently, for their plenary assembly, the bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Burkina Faso-Niger (CEB-N) reaffirmed their commitment to peace, the vitality of Small Christian Communities (SCCs), and the renewal of Catholic education.
Pope Leo XIV expresses his hopes for peace in the Middle East as the US and Iran prepare to sign an agreement, and appeals for an end to the war in Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV expresses his hopes for peace in the Middle East as the US and Iran prepare to sign an agreement, and appeals for an end to the war in Ukraine.
During his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on his Apostolic Journey to Spain, which saw him visit Madrid, Barcelona, and the Canary Islands.
During his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on his Apostolic Journey to Spain, which saw him visit Madrid, Barcelona, and the Canary Islands.
As the United States saw a sharp rise in executions of people on death row in 2025, the Executive Director of Catholic Mobilizing Network calls for US Catholics to uphold the Church’s teaching on human dignity, from conception to natural death.
As the United States saw a sharp rise in executions of people on death row in 2025, the Executive Director of Catholic Mobilizing Network calls for US Catholics to uphold the Church’s teaching on human dignity, from conception to natural death.
Catholic media professionals are participating in the Catholic Media Conference in the United States, reflecting on the challenges and opportunities of evangelization in today's media landscape.
Catholic media professionals are participating in the Catholic Media Conference in the United States, reflecting on the challenges and opportunities of evangelization in today's media landscape.
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of the Centro de Investigación y Formación de Protección al Menor, a Latin American organization focused on safeguarding minors, saying this protection 'is a mandate for everyone in the Church' and expressing his wish 'that all spaces in the Church, whether physical or virtual, may truly be places for a fruitful encounter with Jesus Christ, free from fears, suspicions, or distrust.'
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of the Centro de Investigación y Formación de Protección al Menor, a Latin American organization focused on safeguarding minors, saying this protection 'is a mandate for everyone in the Church' and expressing his wish 'that all spaces in the Church, whether physical or virtual, may truly be places for a fruitful encounter with Jesus Christ, free from fears, suspicions, or distrust.'
The return of Christ the King Cathedral in Loikaw marks a significant sign of hope for Myanmar’s Catholic community after months of military occupation, and Bishop Celso Ba Shwe says the Church’s mission remains centered on accompanying hundreds of thousands of internally displaced people.
The return of Christ the King Cathedral in Loikaw marks a significant sign of hope for Myanmar’s Catholic community after months of military occupation, and Bishop Celso Ba Shwe says the Church’s mission remains centered on accompanying hundreds of thousands of internally displaced people.
Pope Leo answers questions from journalists on topics including the US-Iran war and his recent visit to Spain.
Pope Leo answers questions from journalists on topics including the US-Iran war and his recent visit to Spain.
Pope Leo XIV offers prayers and encouragement to parents grieving the loss of a child in a Message for the 2026 Day for Life, highlighting the dignity of every human life from conception.
Pope Leo XIV offers prayers and encouragement to parents grieving the loss of a child in a Message for the 2026 Day for Life, highlighting the dignity of every human life from conception.
During his visit to the Canary Islands, Pope Leo met with hundreds of migrants in the port of Arguineguín. Among them was Ousman, a 38-year-old father from The Gambia. This is his story.
During his visit to the Canary Islands, Pope Leo met with hundreds of migrants in the port of Arguineguín. Among them was Ousman, a 38-year-old father from The Gambia. This is his story.
Speaking to Vatican News after a social cohesion dialogue in Durban, Cardinal Wilfrid Fox Napier OFM calls on the Church to defend migrants and refugees, promote dialogue, and pray for peace as anti-migrant tensions escalate across South Africa.
Speaking to Vatican News after a social cohesion dialogue in Durban, Cardinal Wilfrid Fox Napier OFM calls on the Church to defend migrants and refugees, promote dialogue, and pray for peace as anti-migrant tensions escalate across South Africa.