The legacy of Pope Francis and the profound challenges he leaves behind
As the world awaits in prayerful reflection for the funeral of Pope Francis tomorrow morning, speculation has already been rife
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Cardinal Nichols: ‘Dilexit Nos’ key to understanding Pope Francis’ pontificate
“My memories of Pope Francis will always centre around his face. He was a man who always radiated joy with
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Pope Francis is laid to rest in Basilica of Saint Mary Major, near icon of Mary Salus Popoli Romani
After a solemn but beautiful mass, Pope Francis’ mortal remains made their way across the Eternal City to his final
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Cardinals hold 4th General Congregation, prepare for ‘funeral of shepherd’
The Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, briefed journalists on Friday about the fourth General Congregation of
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Pope Francis’ funeral – download Mass booklet, and where to watch it
The Vatican has released the order of service ahead of the funeral of Pope Francis tomorrow morning (Saturday) in St
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Director of Missio recalls pope who had a “profound relationship with the Risen Christ”
Fr Anthony Chantry MHM, the National Director of Missio England & Wales, met with Pope Francis on a number of
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Cardinal: Pope Francis helped us understand that God’s forgiveness is a caress, not a decree
More than 90,000 people have passed by the simple wooden coffin on the main altar of St Peter’s Basilica holding
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Pope’s tomb made of marble from the land of his Italian grandparents
Pope Francis’ tomb in the Basilica of St. Mary Major (pictured) has been made with materials from the Italian region
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Pope Francis’ coffin to be sealed in rite on Friday evening
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, will preside at the Rite of Sealing of the Coffin of
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Dean of Cardiff’s Metropolitan Cathedral recalls Pope Francis’ “wonderful smile”
The Dean of a south Wales Catholic cathedral has spoken warmly of his memories of Pope Francis. Father Michael Doyle,
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Cardinal Reina leads Rosary for Pope Francis at the Basilica of St Mary Major
On the third night since his death on Monday morning, the faithful gathered at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major
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Wednesday evening: Second General Congregation of Cardinals held in the Vatican
The second General Congregation of Cardinals began on Wednesday afternoon in the Synod Hall at about 5:00 PM, and ended
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Pope Francis’ mortal remains carried to St. Peter’s Basilica
The Rite of Translation of the body of Pope Francis took place in the Vatican on Wednesday morning, led by
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Pope Francis’ body to lie in state until funeral on Saturday morning
The Holy See Press Office announced this morning (Tue Apr 22) that Pope Francis’ funeral Mass will take place on
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Pope Francis’ last will and spiritual testament has been published
Pope Francis’ spiritual testament, dated 29 June 2022, has been published by Vatican News, giving indications for his burial in
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HE Cardinal Vincent Nichols says God has called home “a very precious servant”
During a press conference at Westminster Cathedral this afternoon, HE Cardinal Vincent Nichols has said that he felt there was
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King Charles III issues statement praising a pope who “profoundly touched the lives of so many”
Following the death of Pope Francis, His Majesty The King has issued the following message: ‘My wife and I were
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Archbishop of Cardiff-Menevia says Pope: “always challenged me to be a better, more faithful disciple of Jesus Christ”
.Archbishop Mark O’Toole of Cardiff has issued the following statement following the death of Pope Francis: “I give thanks to
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Archbishop of Southwark calls Pope Francis “a Pope for the poor and a Pope for peace”
Following the death of Pope Francis, Archbishop John Wilson of Southwark said the Holy Father was “a Pope for the
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer pays tribute to: “a pope for the poor, the downtrodden and the forgotten”
I join millions around the world in grieving the death of His Holiness Pope Francis. His leadership in a complex
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Cardinal Nichols pays tribute to Pope who “had an eye for what brings people closer to God”
Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, has paid tribute to Pope Francis and,
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