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Enter the world of Pope Francis, the transformative and influential figure who has captured the hearts of millions with his message of mercy, social justice, and pastoral renewal. Elected in 2013 as the successor of Saint Peter, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now known as Pope Francis, has redefined the role of the Catholic Church in the 21st century. A Pontificate Centered on Mercy At the core of Pope Francis’s pontificate is the concept of divine mercy. He declared an Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy in 2015, emphasizing the importance of compassion and forgiveness in living out the Gospel. His encyclical Evangelii Gaudium…

An Evening Rosary in Memory of Pope Francis An evening Rosary was held in St. Peter’s Square in suffrage for Pope Francis, who passed away this morning. Leading the Marian prayer was the Archpriest of Saint Peter’s Basilica and Vicar General for Vatican City, Cardinal Mauro Gambetti. By Isabella Piro “I believe we all still carry in our hearts the words Pope Francis often said to us, his request: ‘Don’t forget to pray for me.’ This evening, we clearly want to do just that, to accompany him on his Easter journey,” said Cardinal Mauro Gambetti on Easter Monday, 21 April,…

Celebrating the Legacy of Pope Francis: A Reflection on His Life As the sun set on Rome, the Basilica of St. John Lateran was filled with a solemn atmosphere of prayer, grief, and gratitude. The Diocese of Rome gathered to commemorate Pope Francis on the day of his death, offering a Mass to honor his legacy of mercy, peace, and service. Leading the Eucharistic celebration was Cardinal Baldo Reina, the Vicar General of the Diocese of Rome. In his heartfelt homily, he reflected on the deep sorrow felt by the people as they mourned their beloved shepherd. “Our Diocese tonight…

The Final Wishes of Pope Francis: A Spiritual Testament Recently, Pope Francis’ spiritual testament, dated 29 June 2022, has been unveiled, shedding light on his final wishes for his burial in the Basilica of Saint Mary Major. Miserando atque EligendoIn the name of the Most Holy Trinity. Amen. Looking towards the end of his earthly journey with hope in eternal life, Pope Francis expressed his desire to be laid to rest in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major. Throughout his life and ministry, he held a deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, whom he entrusted himself to at…

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 21, 2025 / 13:48 pm The Catholic Church has many historical customs and traditions related to the handling of a pope’s mortal remains between the time of his death and his burial. Some of these customs have fallen out of use — such as hitting the pope three times with a hammer to confirm his death — or been removed over time through various papal reforms. Most recently, Pope Francis made several changes to the funeral process in a second edition of the 1998 Ordo Exsequiarum Romani Pontificis, the Church’s liturgical book for the…

Alle 7.35 di questa mattina Papa Francesco ha lasciato questo mondo. E’ morto di ictus celebrale, seguito dal coma e da un collasso cardiocircolatorio irreversibile. La notizia piomba improvvisa sul mondo alle 9.53 del mattino e viene certificata in serata ufficialmente dai medici della direzione sanitaria del Vaticano, ricordando tutti i malanni attraversati dal Pontefice, a partire dalla sua difficoltà respiratoria, ma anche l’ipertensione e il diabete. Per approfondire Agenzia ANSA Addio a Papa Francesco – SPECIALE    Alla fine, dopo 38 giorni di ricovero al Gemelli trascorsi sul filo di lana, è morto a casa, a Santa Marta. Il…

Welcome to the world of self-improvement, where success, happiness, and introspection are at the forefront of our minds. In today’s society, we are bombarded with a plethora of therapies, coaching, training, and motivational conferences aimed at enhancing our lives. Despite this, the rise in mental health issues, anxiety, and feelings of meaninglessness persist. As human beings, we are constantly striving for self-improvement and a better life. We seek to embody values such as freedom, justice, truth, and peace in our daily lives. Both individually and collectively, we yearn for growth and better relationships within our communities. During this time of…

The Truth Behind Pope Francis’ Passing: A Medical Report Unveiled As the world mourns the loss of Pope Francis, the Director of the Directorate of Health and Hygiene of the Vatican City State, Dr. Andrea Arcangeli, has shed light on the official medical report surrounding his passing. The revelation came through a groundbreaking technique known as electrocardiographic thanatography. The cause of the beloved Pope’s death has been attributed to a stroke, which led to a coma and ultimately irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse. Dr. Arcangeli, in his capacity as the Director of Health and Hygiene, issued the official certification, which was then…

By CNA Staff Vatican City, Apr 21, 2025 / 12:07 pm Priests from around the world mourned the passing of Pope Francis at the Vatican on Monday while reflecting on the late pontiff’s life and historic papacy. The pope passed away at 7:35 a.m. local time on Easter Monday, April 21, at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. The 88-year-old pontiff led the Catholic Church for a little more than 12 years. News of the pontiff’s death brought a worldwide response of mourning and remembrance of Francis, who had suffered a double bout of pneumonia and a lengthy…

The Late Pope Francis: A Pope of the People When we think of the late Pope Francis, one thing stands out above all – his love for people. He thrived on the energy of being around others, whether it was during his weekly General Audiences or waving to crowds from his office window in the Vatican. Despite physical barriers, he found ways to connect with the faithful, especially during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, Pope Francis refused to be confined within the walls of the Vatican. He embraced modern technology to reach out to millions,…