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Welcome to the heartwarming story of Pope Francis’ final gesture of closeness towards the Christian community in Gaza City. The parish priest of the Holy Family Church shares details with Vatican News, shedding light on the Pope’s unwavering commitment to peace in the Holy Land. For the Christian community sheltered in the Holy Family Church in Gaza, Pope Francis was more than just a religious figure – he was a father figure who provided comfort and support during their most challenging times. Even during his hospitalization at the Gemelli Hospital, the Pope made sure to reach out to them every…

By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú ACI Prensa Staff, Apr 24, 2025 / 10:00 am Prisoners have always held a special place in Pope Francis’ heart, and he has consistently shown his love for them throughout his pontificate. He made a point to visit prisoners in various countries he traveled to and, during the Jubilee of Hope, he personally opened a Holy Door at the Rebibbia prison for the first time in history. From his first Holy Week after becoming pontiff in 2013, he made it a tradition to wash the prisoners’ feet, a gesture he continued every year until his final Holy…

Welcome to the latest update from the Vatican! The 113 Cardinals gathered in Rome convened their third General Congregation on Thursday morning. It was a momentous occasion as they announced the speakers for the upcoming pre-conclave meditations. Report by Vatican News The Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, shared insights with journalists regarding the proceedings of the third General Congregation. A total of 113 Cardinals assembled in the New Synod Hall for the Congregation, commencing at 9:00 AM with a solemn prayer and concluding at 12:00 PM, with a brief intermission in between. During the gathering, Cardinals…

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Today, on the afternoon of April 23, the cardinal president of the Italian Episcopal Conference celebrated a Mass in memory of Francesco at the Altar of the Chair in St. Peter’s Basilica. He recalled the most significant actions of the Pontiff who “spent his whole life until the end, with great evangelical freedom because he was bound to the Gospel. Without arrogance, choosing simplicity.” By: Tiziana Campisi – Vatican NewsPublished on: April 24, 2025 The countless encounters, dialogues, and speeches will help us “look forward.” From the Altar of the Chair in St. Peter’s Basilica, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, president of…

Pope Francis’ Coffin to be Sealed in a Solemn Rite Get ready for a moving and historic moment as Pope Francis’ coffin will be sealed during a special liturgical rite in St. Peter’s Basilica on Friday, April 25, at 8:00 PM. This significant event will be presided over by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, in preparation for the papal funeral scheduled for Saturday morning. Several Cardinals and Holy See officials will be in attendance at this solemn occasion, which will be broadcast across Vatican News’ channels. It will also mark the conclusion of public viewing in…

Funerali Papa Francesco: An Extraordinary Plan by Anas for National Road Traffic Enhanced monitoring on the main roads connecting to the Capital An extraordinary plan for national road traffic has been put in place for the funeral of Pope Francis, which will see the arrival of foreign delegations at Rome’s airports and the influx of faithful from all Italian regions into the Capital. Anas, a company of the Fs Italiane Group, has “particularly strengthened the presence of staff on the main roads connecting to Rome where high-intensity traffic is expected: the A90 motorway, the A91 “Rome-Fiumicino” motorway, and the SS7…

Join us as we prepare for the upcoming funeral of Pope Francis scheduled for next Saturday. Anas, a company within the FS Italiane group, has put together an extraordinary national traffic plan in anticipation of the arrival of heads of state, government officials, and international institutions at the airports in Rome. The plan also takes into consideration the influx of faithful from all regions of Italy into the capital. Special attention has been given to strengthening the presence of Anas personnel on major roads connecting to Rome where high traffic is expected: the A90 “Grande Raccordo Anulare” motorway, the A91…

Welcome to Exaudi! Today, we have a special treat as Cardinal Felipe Arizmendi, Bishop Emeritus of San Cristóbal de Las Casas and responsible for the Doctrine of the Faith at the Mexican Episcopal Conference (CEM), shares his weekly article with our readers. REFLECTIONS Following the death of Jesus, his apostles and disciples were plunged into despair, fear, and hopelessness. However, the resurrection brought about a profound transformation in their lives. Similarly, as we mourn the passing of Pope Francis, we find solace in knowing that he now rests in eternal joy with God, alongside saints and loved ones. Pope Francis…

Today, the world mourns the loss of a great leader as Pope Francis’ body was transferred from Casa Santa Marta to St. Peter’s Basilica in a moving ceremony. The College of Cardinals gathered in Rome, led by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, to pay their respects. The ceremony began with a prayer in the chapel of Casa Santa Marta, where the Holy Father spent his final years. Cardinal Farrell expressed gratitude for the fruits of Pope Francis’ pontificate, which served the Church with dedication and closeness for over a decade. As the coffin was carried through…