Pope Francis to open 5 sacred portals on Christmas Eve — for a ritual that’s never been done before
In the heart of each person, hope dwells as the desire and expectation of good things to come, despite our not knowing what the future may bring,” Pope Francis said in preparation.
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Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Pope Francis waves as he leaves after his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square at The Vatican, Wednesday, Nov.20, 2024. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia) ROME (AP) — Pope Francis has revised ...
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Peru case imperils Vatican sovereignty, religious freedom, and anti-abuse efforts
A case against a Vatican official in Peru has implications for diplomatic immunity and Vatican sovereignty, religious freedom ...