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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Pope Leo receives six members of ECA Global, an international human rights association that works for greater support and compensation for victims of abuse and calls for stronger commitment and cooperation from the Catholic Church. Participants describe the audience as “a historic and hope-filled step toward greater cooperation.”
Pope Leo receives six members of ECA Global, an international human rights association that works for greater support and compensation for victims of abuse and calls for stronger commitment and cooperation from the Catholic Church. Participants describe the audience as “a historic and hope-filled step toward greater cooperation.”
Father Mattia Ferrari, coordinator of the World Meeting of Popular Movements (EMMP), speaks to Vatican News, as the network and its members prepares to gather in Rome for their fifth world meeting, which will include an audience with Pope Leo.
Father Mattia Ferrari, coordinator of the World Meeting of Popular Movements (EMMP), speaks to Vatican News, as the network and its members prepares to gather in Rome for their fifth world meeting, which will include an audience with Pope Leo.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrates a thanksgiving Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica for the canonisation of Venezuela’s first two saints, José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros and Maria Carmen Rendiles Martínez.
Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrates a thanksgiving Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica for the canonisation of Venezuela’s first two saints, José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros and Maria Carmen Rendiles Martínez.
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia in the Vatican, and during subsequent discussions in the Secretariat of State, the Prime Minister and Cardinal Parolin addressed "the need for a stable and lasting peace in the South Caucasus."
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia in the Vatican, and during subsequent discussions in the Secretariat of State, the Prime Minister and Cardinal Parolin addressed "the need for a stable and lasting peace in the South Caucasus."
Pope Leo XIV addresses pilgrims, in Rome for the recent canonisation of seven new saints, describing them signs of hope and examples for all faithful.
Pope Leo XIV addresses pilgrims, in Rome for the recent canonisation of seven new saints, describing them signs of hope and examples for all faithful.
The Episcopal Justice and Peace Commission recently issued the document, “A Political Guide for National Dialogue,” which contains concrete proposals for reforms of the State, the electoral system, natural resource policies, economic inclusion, and national reconciliation, aiming to strengthen democracy, social justice, and lasting peace in Mozambique.
The Episcopal Justice and Peace Commission recently issued the document, “A Political Guide for National Dialogue,” which contains concrete proposals for reforms of the State, the electoral system, natural resource policies, economic inclusion, and national reconciliation, aiming to strengthen democracy, social justice, and lasting peace in Mozambique.
Pope Leo XIV gives several recommendations to future priests when addressing in the Vatican the Pontifical Portuguese College in Rome, and also thanks the religious sisters who assist, suggesting that the sense of motherhood they offer is precious.
Pope Leo XIV gives several recommendations to future priests when addressing in the Vatican the Pontifical Portuguese College in Rome, and also thanks the religious sisters who assist, suggesting that the sense of motherhood they offer is precious.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, makes a visit to several structures of the Apostolic Prefecture of Azerbaijan.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, makes a visit to several structures of the Apostolic Prefecture of Azerbaijan.
Despite ongoing suffering, more than 1,500 children of Myanmar's Archdiocese of Yangon celebrate World Mission Sunday, with a call by Myanmar's Cardinal Charles Maung Bo to love the Lord like the recently-canonized young Saint Carlo Acutis and to be missionaries full of faith and joy despite all the difficulties.
Despite ongoing suffering, more than 1,500 children of Myanmar's Archdiocese of Yangon celebrate World Mission Sunday, with a call by Myanmar's Cardinal Charles Maung Bo to love the Lord like the recently-canonized young Saint Carlo Acutis and to be missionaries full of faith and joy despite all the difficulties.
Archbishop Jacques Mourad, Metropolitan of Homs in Syria, receives the St. John Paul II Award in the Vatican in recognition of his dedication to peace and reconciliation, despite spending five months in captivity at the hands of the so-called Islamic State.
Archbishop Jacques Mourad, Metropolitan of Homs in Syria, receives the St. John Paul II Award in the Vatican in recognition of his dedication to peace and reconciliation, despite spending five months in captivity at the hands of the so-called Islamic State.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a ceasefire in Myanmar and prays for peace in war-torn lands, especially in Ukraine and the Holy Land.
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a ceasefire in Myanmar and prays for peace in war-torn lands, especially in Ukraine and the Holy Land.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for the canonization of seven new Saints, and reminds Christians of the need to pray to God fervently and trustingly, even as we face trials and tribulations.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for the canonization of seven new Saints, and reminds Christians of the need to pray to God fervently and trustingly, even as we face trials and tribulations.
As Kenya mourns the death of former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga, the country’s Catholic Bishops have expressed their condolence at his passing describing him as an ‘illustrious statesman’ whose life was marked by courage, resilience and dedication to the common good of all in the country.
As Kenya mourns the death of former Prime Minister, Raila Amolo Odinga, the country’s Catholic Bishops have expressed their condolence at his passing describing him as an ‘illustrious statesman’ whose life was marked by courage, resilience and dedication to the common good of all in the country.
Pope Leo XIV attends the Jubilee of Roma, Sinti and Travelling Peoples, and affirms the Church’s pastoral care for itinerant peoples, while inviting them to embrace the dignity of the family, work, and prayer.
Pope Leo XIV attends the Jubilee of Roma, Sinti and Travelling Peoples, and affirms the Church’s pastoral care for itinerant peoples, while inviting them to embrace the dignity of the family, work, and prayer.
To mark the 10th anniversary of the canonization of Sts. Louis and Zélie Martin, St. Therese of Lisieux’s parents, Pope Leo XIV sends a message to Bishop Bruno Feillet of the Diocese of Séez (France), and highlights the couple as an example for Christian families.
To mark the 10th anniversary of the canonization of Sts. Louis and Zélie Martin, St. Therese of Lisieux’s parents, Pope Leo XIV sends a message to Bishop Bruno Feillet of the Diocese of Séez (France), and highlights the couple as an example for Christian families.
In a telegram signed by Cardinal Secretary of State, Pietro Parolin, Pope Leo XIV sends his good wishes to those participating in Catholic Men’s Conference Day, which took place on October 17.
In a telegram signed by Cardinal Secretary of State, Pietro Parolin, Pope Leo XIV sends his good wishes to those participating in Catholic Men’s Conference Day, which took place on October 17.
Pope Leo XIV condemns usury as a grave sin that enslaves the poor and corrupts the human heart, he calls for a renewed commitment to justice and mercy and praises the Church’s anti-usury efforts as a sign of hope in the Jubilee Year.
Pope Leo XIV condemns usury as a grave sin that enslaves the poor and corrupts the human heart, he calls for a renewed commitment to justice and mercy and praises the Church’s anti-usury efforts as a sign of hope in the Jubilee Year.
The Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, warns that the accelerating global race to rearmament is endangering peace and undermining the very foundations of international cooperation.
The Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, warns that the accelerating global race to rearmament is endangering peace and undermining the very foundations of international cooperation.
As the Church marks the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr Edmund Power reflects on the gift of prayer as brought to us by the evangelist Luke.
As the Church marks the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr Edmund Power reflects on the gift of prayer as brought to us by the evangelist Luke.
Pope Leo XIV greets a group of young people aboard the “Med 25 Bel Espoir” moored in the Port of Ostia, praising their efforts to promote dialogue and understanding across cultures, religions, and nationalities and thanking them for being witnesses of hope.
Pope Leo XIV greets a group of young people aboard the “Med 25 Bel Espoir” moored in the Port of Ostia, praising their efforts to promote dialogue and understanding across cultures, religions, and nationalities and thanking them for being witnesses of hope.
17 October marks the International Day dedicated to the eradication of poverty. This year, the UN is focusing on ending “social and institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families”.
17 October marks the International Day dedicated to the eradication of poverty. This year, the UN is focusing on ending “social and institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families”.
A Conference at the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences brings together experts from across the world to share Artificial Intelligence knowledge and experience at the service of peace, social justice and integral human development.
A Conference at the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences brings together experts from across the world to share Artificial Intelligence knowledge and experience at the service of peace, social justice and integral human development.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will make a State visit to the Vatican on 23 October 2025.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will make a State visit to the Vatican on 23 October 2025.
Pope Leo XIV appoints Josef Grünwidl as the new Metropolitan Archbishop of Vienna, Austria.
Pope Leo XIV appoints Josef Grünwidl as the new Metropolitan Archbishop of Vienna, Austria.
Pope Leo XIV receives in audience a group of pilgrims from Russia and encourages them to continue in their Christian journey after the conclusion of the pilgrimage.
Pope Leo XIV receives in audience a group of pilgrims from Russia and encourages them to continue in their Christian journey after the conclusion of the pilgrimage.
The head of Iraq's Chaldean Catholic Church speaks to Vatican News about the reconsecration of the historic Al-Tahira church in Mosul's Old City.
The head of Iraq's Chaldean Catholic Church speaks to Vatican News about the reconsecration of the historic Al-Tahira church in Mosul's Old City.
The Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) in the Catholic Diocese of Solwezi recently launched ‘A Million Children Praying the Rosary for Peace and Unity in the World’ campaign 2025. This initiative aimed to encourage school children to participate in a global prayer movement that recognises the Rosary as a powerful spiritual tool to foster peace and unity worldwide.
The Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) in the Catholic Diocese of Solwezi recently launched ‘A Million Children Praying the Rosary for Peace and Unity in the World’ campaign 2025. This initiative aimed to encourage school children to participate in a global prayer movement that recognises the Rosary as a powerful spiritual tool to foster peace and unity worldwide.
Addressing a United Nations Committee in New York, the Holy See Permanent Observer to the UN marks World Food Day, noting that structural causes need to be identified and addressed in order to eradicate poverty and hunger.
Addressing a United Nations Committee in New York, the Holy See Permanent Observer to the UN marks World Food Day, noting that structural causes need to be identified and addressed in order to eradicate poverty and hunger.
As the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors publishes on Thursday its second Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding, its President, Archbishop Thibault Verny, speaks to Vatican News about the body’s work, listening to the victims and walking with local Churches to promote safeguarding measures.
As the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors publishes on Thursday its second Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding, its President, Archbishop Thibault Verny, speaks to Vatican News about the body’s work, listening to the victims and walking with local Churches to promote safeguarding measures.
Some 8.2 percent of the global population, that is to say some 673 Million people, experienced hunger in 2024, reports UN agencies.
Some 8.2 percent of the global population, that is to say some 673 Million people, experienced hunger in 2024, reports UN agencies.
Pope Leo XIV visits the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Rome to mark World Food Day and the 80th anniversary of the organization’s founding. In his address he reaffirms the Holy See’s closeness to the institution and calls for a shared global commitment to end hunger and malnutrition.
Pope Leo XIV visits the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Rome to mark World Food Day and the 80th anniversary of the organization’s founding. In his address he reaffirms the Holy See’s closeness to the institution and calls for a shared global commitment to end hunger and malnutrition.
Some 8.2 percent of the global population, that is to say some 673 Million people, experienced hunger in 2024, reports UN agencies.
Some 8.2 percent of the global population, that is to say some 673 Million people, experienced hunger in 2024, reports UN agencies.
In a message to the Networks of Indigenous Peoples and the Network of Indian Theology Theologians, Pope Leo XIV encourages a rediscovery of the Jubilee Year as a time of grace, forgiveness, and shared hope.
In a message to the Networks of Indigenous Peoples and the Network of Indian Theology Theologians, Pope Leo XIV encourages a rediscovery of the Jubilee Year as a time of grace, forgiveness, and shared hope.
In an interview with Vatican News, Maud de Boer-Buquicchio, a jurist in charge of the Second Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, highlights the main elements that emerged from the document released on Thursday.
In an interview with Vatican News, Maud de Boer-Buquicchio, a jurist in charge of the Second Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, highlights the main elements that emerged from the document released on Thursday.
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors publishes its second annual Report, which presents guidelines for “informed listening” and for economic, psychological, and spiritual support to victims, while highlighting the need for more transparent communication, public acceptance of responsibility by the Church, and streamlined reporting mechanisms.
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors publishes its second annual Report, which presents guidelines for “informed listening” and for economic, psychological, and spiritual support to victims, while highlighting the need for more transparent communication, public acceptance of responsibility by the Church, and streamlined reporting mechanisms.
Pope St. John Paul II declared Peter To Rot Blessed, in 1995, as the first Martyr of Papua New Guinea, as a new figure of holiness is a layman a husband, father, teacher, and catechist. Pope Francis approved his canonization on March 31, 2025, and he will be canonized on 19 October 2025 by Pope Leo XIV and be formally recognized as the first saint from Papua New Guinea, and six other Blesseds from other countries.
Pope St. John Paul II declared Peter To Rot Blessed, in 1995, as the first Martyr of Papua New Guinea, as a new figure of holiness is a layman a husband, father, teacher, and catechist. Pope Francis approved his canonization on March 31, 2025, and he will be canonized on 19 October 2025 by Pope Leo XIV and be formally recognized as the first saint from Papua New Guinea, and six other Blesseds from other countries.
In the heart of Mosul’s Old City, politicians, clergymen and members of the faithful gather to reinaugurate the Mar Toma and Al-Tahira churches, which had been vandalised and destroyed by so-called Islamic State.
In the heart of Mosul’s Old City, politicians, clergymen and members of the faithful gather to reinaugurate the Mar Toma and Al-Tahira churches, which had been vandalised and destroyed by so-called Islamic State.
The Holy See Press Office holds a briefing to present the Fifth World Meeting of Popular Movements, scheduled to take place in Rome from 21 to 24 October, followed by a Jubilee Pilgrimage. Participants will be received in audience by Pope Leo XIV, and participate in a Jubilee Mass at the conclusion of their meeting.
The Holy See Press Office holds a briefing to present the Fifth World Meeting of Popular Movements, scheduled to take place in Rome from 21 to 24 October, followed by a Jubilee Pilgrimage. Participants will be received in audience by Pope Leo XIV, and participate in a Jubilee Mass at the conclusion of their meeting.
In commemorating Nyerere Day—when Tanzanians honour the country’s Founding Father, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere—on 14 October 2025, the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam and Chairperson of the Justice and Peace Commission for the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) issued a passionate appeal concerning a troubling rise in unexplained disappearances and kidnappings across the country. The abductions have persisted in Tanzania for the past two years.
In commemorating Nyerere Day—when Tanzanians honour the country’s Founding Father, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere—on 14 October 2025, the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam and Chairperson of the Justice and Peace Commission for the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) issued a passionate appeal concerning a troubling rise in unexplained disappearances and kidnappings across the country. The abductions have persisted in Tanzania for the past two years.
Bishops, theologians and pastoral ministers dialogue at the border to face migration phenomenon ethically across Mexico and the US.
Bishops, theologians and pastoral ministers dialogue at the border to face migration phenomenon ethically across Mexico and the US.
As the Church honors St. Francis of Assisi this October, colleges across the United States are embracing his message of peace, humility, and care for creation. Led by Brother Gregory Cellini., Franciscan Month has become a growing movement inviting students and communities alike to rediscover what it means to live a new way of life
As the Church honors St. Francis of Assisi this October, colleges across the United States are embracing his message of peace, humility, and care for creation. Led by Brother Gregory Cellini., Franciscan Month has become a growing movement inviting students and communities alike to rediscover what it means to live a new way of life
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem reflects on the historical moment in the Holy Land following the agreement reached between Israel and Hamas, and affirms: “We have a duty toward our communities — to help them look ahead, positively and serenely, toward a different future.”
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem reflects on the historical moment in the Holy Land following the agreement reached between Israel and Hamas, and affirms: “We have a duty toward our communities — to help them look ahead, positively and serenely, toward a different future.”
A Polish man has donated a purebred Arabian horse to Pope Leo XIV ahead of the weekly General Audience, saying he was inspired by the photo of the Augustinian Pope on horseback in Peru.
A Polish man has donated a purebred Arabian horse to Pope Leo XIV ahead of the weekly General Audience, saying he was inspired by the photo of the Augustinian Pope on horseback in Peru.
Pope Leo XIV receives Augustinian Recollect Sisters, rejoicing in their God-given joy and encouraging them to continue walking with the Lord.
Pope Leo XIV receives Augustinian Recollect Sisters, rejoicing in their God-given joy and encouraging them to continue walking with the Lord.
The Order of Saint Augustine and the Vatican Publishing House (LEV) announce the publication of a new book entitled "Free Under Grace: Writings and Meditations 2001-2013," which gathers writings of Pope Leo XIV during his time as Prior General of the Augustinian Order.
The Order of Saint Augustine and the Vatican Publishing House (LEV) announce the publication of a new book entitled "Free Under Grace: Writings and Meditations 2001-2013," which gathers writings of Pope Leo XIV during his time as Prior General of the Augustinian Order.
On Wednesday, October 15, the episcopal ordination of Bishop Ignatius Wu Jianlin took place.
On Wednesday, October 15, the episcopal ordination of Bishop Ignatius Wu Jianlin took place.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on how Jesus sustains us despite everything, saying this truth ought to console us as we experience the ups and downs of life.
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on how Jesus sustains us despite everything, saying this truth ought to console us as we experience the ups and downs of life.
The Palestinian Civil Defence says there have been casualties after Israeli fire in two separate incidents in eastern Gaza City and east of Khan Younis.
The Palestinian Civil Defence says there have been casualties after Israeli fire in two separate incidents in eastern Gaza City and east of Khan Younis.
Caritas Jerusalem delivers 10,000 cans of milk formula for vulnerable babies as the Caritas network mobilizes its humanitarian response following the signing of a ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors.
Caritas Jerusalem delivers 10,000 cans of milk formula for vulnerable babies as the Caritas network mobilizes its humanitarian response following the signing of a ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors.
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher gives a talk on how the Holy See’s diplomacy focuses on translating hope into a “diplomatic act” and on the importance of “becoming a neighbour” to serve the common good.
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher gives a talk on how the Holy See’s diplomacy focuses on translating hope into a “diplomatic act” and on the importance of “becoming a neighbour” to serve the common good.