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Cardinals, faithful flock to Rome’s center to pray at pope’s tomb
April 27, 2025Members of the College of Cardinals visited the tomb of Pope Francis, who wanted to be buried in a Marian basilica three and a half miles from the Vatican. More than 30,000 of the faithful also visited the tomb at St. Mary Major within the first six hours.
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Every life is sacred: Pope fought abortion, death penalty, poverty
April 26, 2025In efforts to promote a holistic defense of human life, Pope Francis frequently denounced a “throwaway culture” where anyone not considered “useful” was seen as disposable–including the unborn and the aged.
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Argentinian parishioner remembers Pope Francis’ profound impact
April 26, 2025St. Monica parishioner Cristian Bustos recalls the pope, from his native Argentina, as an “incredibly humble man who touched many hearts and did so many good things for the world.”
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Poor and powerful pray for eternal repose of a pope ‘with an open heart’
April 26, 2025Pope Francis was “a pope among the people, with an open heart toward everyone,” said Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals, as he presided over the funeral of the pope.
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Atlantans remember Pope Francis for mercy, bold initiatives and art of encounter
April 24, 2025Atlanta Catholics are recalling the late pope’s legacy of mercy and care for creation, as well as his skill in encountering and engaging others.
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A moment with Pope Francis: St. Anna parishioner reflects on spiritual encounter
April 23, 2025For Cindy Connell Palmer, a trip to Italy turned into a moment of spiritual significance, one that became even more meaningful following the death of Pope Francis.
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Prayer, pilgrims accompany pope’s body to basilica
April 23, 2025To the chanting of “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live,” the mortal remains of Pope Francis were carried into St. Peter’s Basilica.
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In thanksgiving for the life of Pope Francis
April 22, 2025“We have lost our spiritual father. While there is sadness in my heart, there is also a deep sense of gratitude for his ministry and his witness,” shares Archbishop Hartmayer.
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Atlanta’s parishes hold prayer services, Masses for Pope Francis
April 22, 2025Parishes across the archdiocese have organized prayer services and Masses for Pope Francis ahead of his funeral Mass on April 26, and in the following days of mourning.
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Pope’s funeral set for April 26, public viewing April 23-25
April 22, 2025The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated April 26 in St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican announced. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals, will preside over the liturgy.