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The Joy and Hope of Pope Francis: A Reflection by Cardinal Vincent Nichols Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster, shares a personal reflection on the defining character of the late pontiff’s ministry: joy and hope deeply rooted in the relation with God. As he reminisces about Pope Francis, he recalls a man who always radiated joy with a smile, emphasizing that it was not merely optimism but an opening up of the first relationship with Christ. Cardinal Nichols highlights Pope Francis’ desire to convey and reinforce a sense of hope in people’s lives, urging us to look beyond difficulties and…

The Final Farewell: Remembering Pope Francis By Andrea Tornielli Twenty years ago on April 8th, the saintly Pope Karol Wojtyła passed away on the eve of Divine Mercy Sunday. And on the eve of the same Sunday, thousands bid a final farewell to Jorge Mario Bergoglio two decades later. St. Peter’s Square was marked by the image of a simple wooden coffin with the book of the Gospel open, its pages slowly turning in the wind. The funeral Mass for Pope Francis was moving, intense, and heartfelt. The people of God, who had embraced him on Easter Sunday without knowing…

In a recent interaction with the media, Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas, assistant archpriest of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, shed light on Pope Francis’ decision to be buried in the Liberian basilica. The choice was influenced by the deep devotion the Pope held for the Mother of God, depicted in the icon at the basilica. As Pope Francis’ final visit to the Marian icon, Salus Populi Romani (protectress of the Roman people), approaches, it signifies a poignant moment transcending time and space, embodying faith in the Resurrection. His burial near the icon after the funeral Mass on Saturday, 26 April,…

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 26, 2025 / 09:30 am Pope Francis was buried Saturday in the Basilica of St. Mary Major after his coffin crossed the center of Rome, marking the pontiff’s final goodbye to the Eternal City. After the celebration of the funeral Mass in St. Peter’s Square, the pope’s coffin left the Vatican via the Perugino Gate at 12:30 p.m. local time. The simple wooden coffin was transported in a popemobile-style pickup truck and greeted to applause and cheers of “Goodbye, Pope Francis,” and “Good journey, Francis” from a small crowd gathered just outside the Vatican.…

The Significance of Papal Burial Places: A Reflection on Pope Francis’ Choice Historian Donald Prudlo recently shared his insights on Pope Francis’ decision to be buried in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major, calling it “surprising… but not novel.” In an interview, Prudlo delved into the historical significance of papal burial places, shedding light on the tradition that has evolved over the centuries. While St. Peter’s Basilica has been the final resting place for more than half of the popes in history, Prudlo noted that Pope Francis’ choice to be buried outside its precincts is not unprecedented. In fact,…

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 26, 2025 / 09:30 am Pope Francis was buried Saturday in the Basilica of St. Mary Major after his coffin crossed the center of Rome, marking the pontiff’s final goodbye to the Eternal City. After the celebration of the funeral Mass in St. Peter’s Square, the pope’s coffin left the Vatican via the Perugino Gate at 12:30 p.m. local time. The simple wooden casket was transported in a popemobile-style pickup truck and greeted to applause and cheers of “goodbye, Pope Francis,” and “good journey, Francis,” from a small crowd gathered just outside the Vatican.…

Let Us Pray for the Whole World “Let us pray for the whole world, that there may be a great spirit of fraternity.” In 2013, Pope Francis made history by calling more than 1 million young people to observe several minutes of prayerful silence at World Youth Day. Showing care for all those who suffer, he asked the crowds to remember those who could not join them due to tragic events. He said, “Before I continue, I would like to call to mind the tragic accident in French Guiana… I invite all of you to observe a moment of silence…

– Pubblicità – L’Idrocefalo Normoteso è una patologia che colpisce principalmente le persone di età superiore ai 65 anni. Caratterizzata da una triade di sintomi – demenza, incontinenza urinaria e difficoltà nella deambulazione – spesso viene confusa con il Parkinson, l’Alzheimer o altre forme di demenza. Il 6 maggio, presso la Sala Stampa della Camera dei Deputati a Roma, si terrà una conferenza dal titolo “Parkinson, Alzheimer o… Idrocefalo Normoteso? Una patologia curabile”, organizzata dall’On. Marina Marchetto Aliprandi per aumentare la consapevolezza su questa malattia. La conferenza evidenzierà la differenza fondamentale che l’Idrocefalo Normoteso, se diagnosticato precocemente, può essere trattato…

The Cardinal Patriarch of Jerusalem of the Latins presided over the prayer for Pope Francis this evening on the parvis of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, just a few hours before the Pontiff’s funeral, which will be celebrated tomorrow at 10 am at St. Peter’s. “We ask the Salus Popoli Romani to uplift our hearts.” By: Roberto Paglialonga – Vatican NewsPublished Date: April 26, 2025 With eyes turned towards the Salus Popoli Romani, hearts filled with memories of Pope Francis. The faithful from all parts of the world gathered to bid the Pontiff a final farewell, whose funeral will…

The Legacy of Pope Francis: A Tribute As the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, the Dean of the College of Cardinals delivered a heartfelt homily at the Requiem Mass, reflecting on the profound impact of his 12-year pontificate. Known for his closeness to the people and his love for an inclusive Church, Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come. Over two hundred thousand people gathered in St. Peter’s Square to pay their final respects to Pope Francis at his Requiem Mass. The solemn ceremony, attended by over 250 Cardinals and dignitaries…