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By Courtney Mares Rome Newsroom, Apr 17, 2025 / 05:35 am On Holy Thursday, more than 1,880 priests, bishops, and cardinals renewed the promises made at their ordinations during the Chrism Mass inside St. Peter’s Basilica. Pope Francis delegated Cardinal Domenico Calcagno, a retired Vatican official who oversaw the Holy See’s management of real estate and investments until 2018, to preside over the Mass on April 17. Calcagno read a homily written by Pope Francis, who did not attend the Mass due to his ongoing convalescence following a prior hospitalization for double pneumonia. Cardinal Domenico Calcagno reads Pope Francis’ homily…

Remembering Rome’s Dark Past: The 81st Anniversary of the Nazi Raid on Quadraro As Rome prepares to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the Nazi raid on the Quadraro district during the German occupation of the city in World War Two, the city reflects on one of its darkest chapters. On April 17, 1944, the Nazi regime carried out a brutal operation in Quadraro, rounding up approximately 2,000 men from their homes and deporting as many as 947 to concentration camps in Germany and Poland. The southern Quadraro area was known for its resistance against the regime, earning it the nickname…

The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in France has officially announced the proclamation of the 72nd miracle that has occurred in the place since 1858. The proclamation was made by Monsignor Vincenzo Carmine Orofino, bishop of the diocese of Tursi-Lagonegro (Matera). Antonietta Raco, who suffered from primary lateral sclerosis, “was healed in 2009 during a pilgrimage to Lourdes with the Italian organization Unitalsi,” as reported by the sanctuary. Raco is now 67 years old. She had been followed for a long time by the Department of Neurosciences in Turin due to severe headaches that began in 2004. Over the…

Pope Francis Calls for Prayers for the Joy of Priests During the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday, Pope Francis delivered a powerful message calling for prayers for the joy of priests. The homily, prepared by the Pope himself, was read by Cardinal Domenico Calcagno, President Emeritus of the Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See. By Deborah Castellano Lubov In his homily, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of the Jubilee year as a time for priests to embark on a new path of conversion. He urged priests to embrace hope and leave behind clericalism to become heralds of hope.…

Da Marty McFly’s hoverboard al flusso canalizzatore della DeLorean, dalle locandine autografate da Christopher Lloyd alla riproduzione della Torre dell’orologio. I cimeli di uno dei film cult più amati di sempre, come ‘Ritorno al Futuro’, non sono in uno degli Studios di Hollywood ma in Puglia, lungo la statale che da Brindisi porta a Lecce. A custodirli è Federica Fanciullo, 29 anni, proprietaria del Caffè 80, un bar che è molto più che un omaggio alla pellicola di Robert Zemeckis, ma un museo a tutti gli effetti, con memorabilia, abiti di scena e, custodita gelosamente, l’iconica e rarissima DeLorean. Tra…

Embark on a journey of faith without the burden of financial constraints! Pope Francis has issued a heartfelt plea, emphasizing that traveling for spiritual reasons should not be a luxury reserved for the privileged few. In a recent address, the Pontiff urged dioceses, parishes, and Catholic organizations to join forces to ensure that no young person or family is left out of the transformative experience of Jubilee 2025 due to financial limitations. “The cost of travel today is exorbitant. Many families simply cannot afford it, and numerous young people yearn to participate but lack the means. Let’s lend a helping…

Welcome to our blog where we delve into the beautiful reflection prepared by the Pontiff for the General Audience on Holy Wednesday. Unfortunately, the audience was canceled due to ongoing convalescence, but the message remains timeless and impactful. In his reflection, the Holy Father Francis brings to light the parable of the Prodigal Son, reminding us that no matter how far we may have strayed, our loving Father awaits us with open arms. This message of mercy and hope is truly heartwarming and reassuring. Below is an excerpt from the catechesis prepared by Pope Francis for April 16, 2025, focusing…

By Victoria Cardiel Vatican City, Apr 16, 2025 / 15:27 pm Father Frans Bouwen, a missionary with the African Missionary Society — better known as the White Fathers for the color of their habit — and one of the most renowned Catholic voices in ecumenical dialogue, emphasizes that there are no real theological reasons to justify Christians celebrating Easter on different dates. Catholics and Protestants follow the Gregorian calendar for Easter, while the Orthodox adhere to the Julian calendar. However, this year will be special as both calendars align, allowing all Christians to celebrate Easter together on Sunday, April 20.…

Welcome to the final day of the 2025 “Lenten Talks” at the Parish of San Cosme and San Damián in Burgos. Today, we reflect on the events of Easter Sunday, a day of great significance in the Christian calendar. Easter Sunday marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. The Gospel accounts tell us that Jesus appeared first to Mary Magdalene, who went on to tell his companions about his resurrection. However, they did not believe her at first. Jesus then appeared to two others who were walking in the countryside, but they too were met with disbelief. Finally,…

By Patrick J. Passmore Dublin, Ireland, Apr 16, 2025 / 12:26 pm An Irish priest, Father Paul F. Murphy, publicly forgave his teenage attacker in a Dublin court after the boy almost severed his arm in a vicious assault. The incident took place as Father Murphy returned to his army barracks following an evening swim. During the sentencing hearing, Father Murphy faced the teenager and heard him apologize. In response, the priest said, “As a man of faith, I am in the business of forgiveness, and I offer you my forgiveness in the hope that it will help you become…