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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The United Nations Children's Fund appeals for an end to the violence in the Middle East and unimpeded humanitarian access to assist over 1.2 million displaced children in Iran and Lebanon. The humanitarian organization warns that a generation of children is being pulled deeper into crisis and paying a devastating price.
The United Nations Children's Fund appeals for an end to the violence in the Middle East and unimpeded humanitarian access to assist over 1.2 million displaced children in Iran and Lebanon. The humanitarian organization warns that a generation of children is being pulled deeper into crisis and paying a devastating price.
“Children with disabilities deserve the same care, respect and opportunities as every other child in society. Serving them has revealed the meaning of my vocation and the joy of ministering to others,” said Sr. Rosemary Ombay, the assistant director of Siuyu Rehabilitation Centre.
“Children with disabilities deserve the same care, respect and opportunities as every other child in society. Serving them has revealed the meaning of my vocation and the joy of ministering to others,” said Sr. Rosemary Ombay, the assistant director of Siuyu Rehabilitation Centre.
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Monaco, Archbishop Dominique-Marie David tells Vatican News about the spiritual fragilities of the small country where wealth often conceals deep “loneliness” and a “crisis of the meaning of life.”
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Monaco, Archbishop Dominique-Marie David tells Vatican News about the spiritual fragilities of the small country where wealth often conceals deep “loneliness” and a “crisis of the meaning of life.”
The General Secretariat of the Synod publishes the Final Reports of Study Group No. 2, 'To hear the cry of the poor and the earth,' and that of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) Commission on 'the pastoral challenge of polygamy.'
The General Secretariat of the Synod publishes the Final Reports of Study Group No. 2, 'To hear the cry of the poor and the earth,' and that of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) Commission on 'the pastoral challenge of polygamy.'
24 March marks the National Day of Remembrance of Poles Who Saved Jews Under German Occupation, linked to the murder of the Ulma family and the Jews they sheltered. Denounced to the Germans, the family was killed on 24 March 1944 in Markowa.
24 March marks the National Day of Remembrance of Poles Who Saved Jews Under German Occupation, linked to the murder of the Ulma family and the Jews they sheltered. Denounced to the Germans, the family was killed on 24 March 1944 in Markowa.
Addressing a UN meeting, the Holy See condemns racism, warns of emerging digital biases, and calls for policies grounded in the equal dignity of every person.
Addressing a UN meeting, the Holy See condemns racism, warns of emerging digital biases, and calls for policies grounded in the equal dignity of every person.
Tunisia positions itself at the forefront of Africa’s climate response by advancing national strategies and hosting a major forum to boost regional cooperation and technology access.
Tunisia positions itself at the forefront of Africa’s climate response by advancing national strategies and hosting a major forum to boost regional cooperation and technology access.
The Archdiocese of Hanoi brings together over 5,000 young Catholics for the 2026 Hanoi Archdiocesan Youth Congress, inviting Vietnamese youth to reflect on their identity as missionary disciples of Christ.
The Archdiocese of Hanoi brings together over 5,000 young Catholics for the 2026 Hanoi Archdiocesan Youth Congress, inviting Vietnamese youth to reflect on their identity as missionary disciples of Christ.
In the face of societal pressures on children, a religious sister in Italy upholds their inherent dignity, dreams, and well-being in hopes they shape a better future as they grow.
In the face of societal pressures on children, a religious sister in Italy upholds their inherent dignity, dreams, and well-being in hopes they shape a better future as they grow.
Russian forces have opened a spring offensive in eastern Ukraine, deploying dozens of tanks and armoured vehicles in what Ukrainian officials say is a shift from last year’s reliance on small infantry units.
Russian forces have opened a spring offensive in eastern Ukraine, deploying dozens of tanks and armoured vehicles in what Ukrainian officials say is a shift from last year’s reliance on small infantry units.
At least 64 people, including children, were killed in an attack on a hospital in East Darfur, as Sudan’s ongoing conflict continues to deepen one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
At least 64 people, including children, were killed in an attack on a hospital in East Darfur, as Sudan’s ongoing conflict continues to deepen one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem cancels this year’s Palm Sunday procession from the Mount of Olives to Jerusalem, due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem cancels this year’s Palm Sunday procession from the Mount of Olives to Jerusalem, due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Pope Leo XIV thanks the Italian national airline ITA Airways for carrying the Pope on his Apostolic Journeys, and laments the use of aircraft as carriers of death and destruction in theaters of war.
Pope Leo XIV thanks the Italian national airline ITA Airways for carrying the Pope on his Apostolic Journeys, and laments the use of aircraft as carriers of death and destruction in theaters of war.
After welcoming more than 370,000 visitors since its opening on February 22, the public veneration of St. Francis of Assisi’s mortal remains came to a close on March 22.
After welcoming more than 370,000 visitors since its opening on February 22, the public veneration of St. Francis of Assisi’s mortal remains came to a close on March 22.
Pope Leo XIV advances several individuals toward sainthood, including an Italian who was a father of a family and another who offered his life for the faith, as well as a Spanish religious who served the Church throughout the 20th century.
Pope Leo XIV advances several individuals toward sainthood, including an Italian who was a father of a family and another who offered his life for the faith, as well as a Spanish religious who served the Church throughout the 20th century.
After more than two decades of contemplative presence, a Carmelite monastery established by Korean sisters in Phnom Penh formally closed on March 19, with Church leaders citing the absence of new vocations among young Cambodian women.
After more than two decades of contemplative presence, a Carmelite monastery established by Korean sisters in Phnom Penh formally closed on March 19, with Church leaders citing the absence of new vocations among young Cambodian women.
This is the story of a group of around thirty people who undertook a journey through the Middle Eastern country, exploring biblical, archaeological and catechetical themes. Leading them was Father Francesco Giosuè Voltaggio, professor of Sacred Scripture, who also contributed to the production of the project’s nine episodes.
This is the story of a group of around thirty people who undertook a journey through the Middle Eastern country, exploring biblical, archaeological and catechetical themes. Leading them was Father Francesco Giosuè Voltaggio, professor of Sacred Scripture, who also contributed to the production of the project’s nine episodes.
Various presenters at the launch of the book on African Synodal Theology held at Hekima University College in Nairobi, Kenya, have stressed the need to shift the discussion on synodality from theory to implementation.
Various presenters at the launch of the book on African Synodal Theology held at Hekima University College in Nairobi, Kenya, have stressed the need to shift the discussion on synodality from theory to implementation.
President Donald Trump says the US will "obliterate" Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not open before a 48-hour deadline.
President Donald Trump says the US will "obliterate" Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not open before a 48-hour deadline.
In a message read during the funeral ceremony of the Catholicos-Patriarch of Georgia, Pope Leo XIV describes him as the 'voice of reconciliation' and 'tireless builder of unity.' He also recalls his passion for music, 'an inspiration for the search for beauty' that unites the Churches.
In a message read during the funeral ceremony of the Catholicos-Patriarch of Georgia, Pope Leo XIV describes him as the 'voice of reconciliation' and 'tireless builder of unity.' He also recalls his passion for music, 'an inspiration for the search for beauty' that unites the Churches.
After praying the Angelus, Pope Leo calls for an end to violence around the world, urging everyone to persevere in prayer because “we cannot remain silent in the face of the suffering of so many people, innocent victims of these conflicts.”
After praying the Angelus, Pope Leo calls for an end to violence around the world, urging everyone to persevere in prayer because “we cannot remain silent in the face of the suffering of so many people, innocent victims of these conflicts.”
At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the Gospel account of the resurrection of Lazarus, and how it invites us to the fullness of life and to be renewed by God's grace to walk in the light of love, reflecting His boundless charity.
At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the Gospel account of the resurrection of Lazarus, and how it invites us to the fullness of life and to be renewed by God's grace to walk in the light of love, reflecting His boundless charity.
Pope Leo writes a letter to Popotus, an Italian weekly supplement dedicated to children that is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and invites everyone to keep a “childlike outlook on reality” in order to “remain human."
Pope Leo writes a letter to Popotus, an Italian weekly supplement dedicated to children that is celebrating its 30th anniversary, and invites everyone to keep a “childlike outlook on reality” in order to “remain human."
In the midst of the violence in the Middle East, the Custody of the Holy Land invites people around the world to spiritually join in the prayers "so that war and violence may cease, and that the paths of dialogue, diplomacy, and politics...may be walked with courage and responsibility."
In the midst of the violence in the Middle East, the Custody of the Holy Land invites people around the world to spiritually join in the prayers "so that war and violence may cease, and that the paths of dialogue, diplomacy, and politics...may be walked with courage and responsibility."
The United Nations' nuclear watchdog has urged military restraint to avoid any risk of a nuclear accident after Iran said the Natanz nuclear facility was targeted by strikes.
The United Nations' nuclear watchdog has urged military restraint to avoid any risk of a nuclear accident after Iran said the Natanz nuclear facility was targeted by strikes.
Pope Leo highlights the "important mission" of the media in a time of change and of "words too often shouted on the web" in a message to Tgcom24, an Italian television network, on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.
Pope Leo highlights the "important mission" of the media in a time of change and of "words too often shouted on the web" in a message to Tgcom24, an Italian television network, on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.
Pope Leo meets the Focolare Movement and encourages them to promote unity and peace within their organization and throughout the world, especially at this moment in history, while also always respecting each person’s freedom and conscience.
Pope Leo meets the Focolare Movement and encourages them to promote unity and peace within their organization and throughout the world, especially at this moment in history, while also always respecting each person’s freedom and conscience.
At the GreenAccord Forum in Treviso, journalists reflect on how to report the climate crisis without paralysing audiences, as this year’s media award goes to Covering Climate Now.
At the GreenAccord Forum in Treviso, journalists reflect on how to report the climate crisis without paralysing audiences, as this year’s media award goes to Covering Climate Now.
Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça—a poet and Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education—reflects on the connection between poetic art and peace in an interview with Vatican News.
Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça—a poet and Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education—reflects on the connection between poetic art and peace in an interview with Vatican News.
As the Church marks the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: “The Surety of the Resurrection.”
As the Church marks the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: “The Surety of the Resurrection.”
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the 17th International Forum for Information for the Safeguard of Nature, promoted by GreenAccord, and encourages participants to work together to care for creation “through sustainable development research projects.”
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the 17th International Forum for Information for the Safeguard of Nature, promoted by GreenAccord, and encourages participants to work together to care for creation “through sustainable development research projects.”
Church representatives and indigenous rights activists launch a global platform for divestment from mining activities that affect local communities in Latin America.
Church representatives and indigenous rights activists launch a global platform for divestment from mining activities that affect local communities in Latin America.
At the GreenAccord Forum, researcher Krzysztof Szadejko highlights how climate awareness among young people is increasingly linked to uncertainty, fear, and a lack of long-term planning.
At the GreenAccord Forum, researcher Krzysztof Szadejko highlights how climate awareness among young people is increasingly linked to uncertainty, fear, and a lack of long-term planning.
The Pope meets with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia at the Apostolic Palace before the monarchs made their way to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where the king was granted the title of Protocanon of the Chapter of the Liberian Basilica.
The Pope meets with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia at the Apostolic Palace before the monarchs made their way to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where the king was granted the title of Protocanon of the Chapter of the Liberian Basilica.
The bishops of Rwanda and Burundi, gathered under the umbrella body of the Association of Bishops of Rwanda and Burundi (ACOREB), have resolved to implement the Global and African Educational Pacts in Catholic schools of both countries. They reached this decision at the end of their recent plenary meeting in Kigali, Rwanda.
The bishops of Rwanda and Burundi, gathered under the umbrella body of the Association of Bishops of Rwanda and Burundi (ACOREB), have resolved to implement the Global and African Educational Pacts in Catholic schools of both countries. They reached this decision at the end of their recent plenary meeting in Kigali, Rwanda.
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors concludes its Spring Assembly, reaffirming safeguarding as central to the Church’s mission under the leadership of Pope Leo XIV.
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors concludes its Spring Assembly, reaffirming safeguarding as central to the Church’s mission under the leadership of Pope Leo XIV.
The Preacher of the Papal Household, Fr. Roberto Pasolini, delivers his third Lenten meditation to the Roman Curia, with Pope Leo in attendance, on "The mission: proclaiming the Gospel to every creature."
The Preacher of the Papal Household, Fr. Roberto Pasolini, delivers his third Lenten meditation to the Roman Curia, with Pope Leo in attendance, on "The mission: proclaiming the Gospel to every creature."
Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva, insists that persons with Down syndrome possess the same dignity and sacred value as any other person, and underscores that "discriminatory and eugenic practices linked to prenatal screening and the selective termination of pregnancies targeting babies diagnosed with Down syndrome must be firmly rejected."
Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva, insists that persons with Down syndrome possess the same dignity and sacred value as any other person, and underscores that "discriminatory and eugenic practices linked to prenatal screening and the selective termination of pregnancies targeting babies diagnosed with Down syndrome must be firmly rejected."
The Ecclesial Conference of the Amazonia renews its presidency for the 2026–2030 period, consolidating a synodal ecclesial path in which diverse vocations, ministries, and cultures converge at the service of life in the Amazon Region.
The Ecclesial Conference of the Amazonia renews its presidency for the 2026–2030 period, consolidating a synodal ecclesial path in which diverse vocations, ministries, and cultures converge at the service of life in the Amazon Region.
Israeli settlers escalate their incursions into Taybeh, the West Bank’s last fully Christian town, raising concerns over further land appropriation. The parish priest, Father Bashar Fawadleh, appeals for international intervention, as residents face mounting restrictions and call for peace, justice, and protection.
Israeli settlers escalate their incursions into Taybeh, the West Bank’s last fully Christian town, raising concerns over further land appropriation. The parish priest, Father Bashar Fawadleh, appeals for international intervention, as residents face mounting restrictions and call for peace, justice, and protection.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network promulgates its new General Regulations on March 19, feast of St. Joseph, offering an updated version of the body’s identity, mission and structure.
The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network promulgates its new General Regulations on March 19, feast of St. Joseph, offering an updated version of the body’s identity, mission and structure.
The Holy See’s Dicastery for Communication signs a cooperation agreement with editorial teams of ten Polish Radio from various regions of the country. Together, these stations reach tens of millions of listeners and will now share news concerning the Holy Father and the Apostolic See.
The Holy See’s Dicastery for Communication signs a cooperation agreement with editorial teams of ten Polish Radio from various regions of the country. Together, these stations reach tens of millions of listeners and will now share news concerning the Holy Father and the Apostolic See.
At the GreenAccord Forum, economist Luciano Canova and architect Martin Haas offer two complementary perspectives on the climate crisis, highlighting how both human behaviour and the spaces we build shape our ability to act on the future.
At the GreenAccord Forum, economist Luciano Canova and architect Martin Haas offer two complementary perspectives on the climate crisis, highlighting how both human behaviour and the spaces we build shape our ability to act on the future.
Four Palestinian women in the West Bank and a Thai foreign worker in Israel were killed on Wednesday night after Iran launched missiles toward Israel.
Four Palestinian women in the West Bank and a Thai foreign worker in Israel were killed on Wednesday night after Iran launched missiles toward Israel.
The Prefect of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches explains what the Good Friday Collection means in today’s context of war: “For those who have lost everything in those lands, it is a matter of survival. As Christians, it is our duty to restore hope.”
The Prefect of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches explains what the Good Friday Collection means in today’s context of war: “For those who have lost everything in those lands, it is a matter of survival. As Christians, it is our duty to restore hope.”
The year 2026 is a special milestone for two missionary families: the Society of African Missions (SMA) and the Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA). Both congregations are celebrating three significant anniversaries: 170 years since the establishment of the Society of African Missions in 1856; 150 years since the founding of the Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles in 1876 and 200 years since the birth of Fr. Augustine Planque, founder of the OLA Sisters and co-founder of the SMAs.
The year 2026 is a special milestone for two missionary families: the Society of African Missions (SMA) and the Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA). Both congregations are celebrating three significant anniversaries: 170 years since the establishment of the Society of African Missions in 1856; 150 years since the founding of the Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles in 1876 and 200 years since the birth of Fr. Augustine Planque, founder of the OLA Sisters and co-founder of the SMAs.
Ten years after its publication, Pope Leo XIV praises the “valuable teachings” of Amoris Laetitia, and convokes presidents of Bishops’ Conferences to Rome in October 2026 for a meeting to discuss ways to proclaim the Gospel to families today.
Ten years after its publication, Pope Leo XIV praises the “valuable teachings” of Amoris Laetitia, and convokes presidents of Bishops’ Conferences to Rome in October 2026 for a meeting to discuss ways to proclaim the Gospel to families today.
Speaking from Jordan, the former Custos of the Holy Land makes an appeal for a “great gathering for all” in the name of peace and an end to violence in the Middle East, stressing that the only weapons Christians should use are "prayer and fasting."
Speaking from Jordan, the former Custos of the Holy Land makes an appeal for a “great gathering for all” in the name of peace and an end to violence in the Middle East, stressing that the only weapons Christians should use are "prayer and fasting."
More than 100 journalists from over 40 countries gather for four days of dialogue on ecology, innovation, and responsible communication.
More than 100 journalists from over 40 countries gather for four days of dialogue on ecology, innovation, and responsible communication.