The new statue by Timothy P. Schmalz titled “Be Welcoming” is displayed in St. Peter’s Square, Tuesday, April 15, 2025. (photo: Victoria Isabel Cardiel/EWTN News / EWTN) Kristina Millare/CNA ...

Even in death, Pope Francis remained a trailblazer — becoming the only pontiff to open, but not close, the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica ... John Lateran, St. Paul Outside the Walls ...

Cardinals held the Pro Eligendo Romano Pontifice Mass (Latin: For the Election of the Roman Pontiff) — the final liturgical celebration before the conclave.

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If you are ever graced with the opportunity to be in St. Peter’s Square when the white smoke billows out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, the moment your eyes lock ...

The pontiff addressed bishops at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, and held Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. Pope Francis wrapped up the visit with Mass on the Benjamin ...