The Tradition of Papal Burial in Cappa Magna: A Testament to Martyrdom and Resurrection
By Jason Scott – A recent discussion at my local parish sparked curiosity about the tradition of popes being dressed in...
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Pope died of stroke, heart failure, coma, Vatican says
By Carol Glatz, CNS – Pope Francis died April 21 after suffering a stroke and heart failure, said the director...
Pope’s Funeral set for April 26, Public Viewing April 23-25
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated April 26 in St Peter’s Square,...
Mass Readings: 27 April – 4 May, 2025
Liturgical Calendar Year C – Weekday Cycle Year I Sunday April 27, 2nd Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday Acts...
Global Pastor: In Word and Deed, Pope Preached Mercy
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of at age 88, gave new...
Denomination Relations: Reformed
In our ongoing series, “Denomination Relations”, Jason Scott explores the history, shared beliefs, and differences between Catholics and other Christian...
Earth Day – an urgent call to protect God’s creation!
By Tony Magliano – Earth Day (April 22) is an excellent reminder for Catholics to reflect on Pope Francis’ famous environmental...
Vatican announces Canonisation of Blessed Acutis is postponed
By Carol Glatz, CNS – With the death of Pope Francis, the canonisation of Blessed Carlo Acutis, which was scheduled...
Pope’s funeral rites, a celebration of hope, to begin late April 21
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Pope Francis’ funeral rites, like those for any pope or any Christian, are meant to...
