Following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Catholic Church stands at a pivotal crossroads as it prepares for a new era of leadership. As the first pope from Latin America, Francis left a lasting impact by championing social justice, environmental stewardship, and a more inclusive vision of the Church. Now, the College…
The passing of Pope Francis at 88 sets in motion the centuries-old process of electing a new Pope. The election of a new pope is a rigorous process involving several stages and rituals. Here is how it works: The College of Cardinals, comprising ordained bishops and Vatican officials, gather in Rome to elect a new…
Pope Francis died on Monday at 88. His death comes just a day after he made a hopeful and cherished appearance at Saint Peterās Square during Easter Sunday celebrations. āWith profound sadness, I announce the passing of our Holy Father, Pope Francis,ā Cardinal Kevin Farrell said in a statement released via the Vaticanās Telegram channel….
Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peterās Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement. āDearest brothers and sisters, it is with deep sorrow that I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis,ā said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in the statement…
Pope Francis gave the traditional Easter blessing on Sunday, appearing from the balcony of St. Peterās Basilica in front of delighted crowds in what marks his highest-profile appearance yet since being discharged from hospital. The 88-year-old pontiff has not led the main Holy Week and Easter services but has made brief appearances over the Easter…
These are the likely successors to Pope Francis amid concerns about the pontiff’s health following his hospitalisation with pneumonia. Pope Francis, 88, developed pneumonia in both lungs over the weekend and is set to remain in hospital as he continues his treatment. The Vatican said in a statement yesterday: “Laboratory tests, chest X-ray, and the…
The Vatican on Thursday said Pope Francis injured his right forearm after a fall in his residence but did not suffer any fractures. āThis morning, due to a fall at the Santa Marta house, Pope Francis suffered a contusion on his right forearm, without fractures. The arm was immobilised as a precautionary measure,ā a statement…
Pope Francis will open the Holy Year of the Catholic Church in St. Peterās Basilica on Tuesday evening. In a solemn ceremony on Christmas Eve, the 88-year-old pontiff will open the Holy Door, which is otherwise walled up from the inside, and pass through it. The Catholic Church normally celebrates a Holy Year, also…
Pope Francis escaped two assassination attempts on his life during his historic trip to Iraq in March 2021. This revelation was part of excerpts from his forthcoming autobiography published Tuesday by Italian media. The pontiffās Vatican security detail received an urgent warning from the British secret services, Francis wrote. āA woman packed with explosives, a…