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Pope Francis to open 'Jubilee'

News Nation on MSN · 13h

Pope Francis to open ‘Jubilee’ on Christmas Eve

According to the Vatican, the tradition began in 1300 when Pope Boniface VII announced the first Jubilee. Later, Jubilees came to be celebrated every 25 years.

The New York Times · 2d

Pope Francis’ Christmas Message to His Top Advisers: Don’t Gossip

Francis urged the Vatican inner circle to bless more and talk less badly of others. It wasn’t the first time he had used the occasion to scold them.

Catholic News Agency · 1d

Pope Francis at Sunday Angelus before Christmas: ‘No child is ever a mistake’

Pope Francis emphasized that “no child is ever a mistake” during his last Angelus address before Christmas Day.

Snopes on MSN · 2d

No, Pope Francis Isn't Opening 'Tomb of Lucifer' in Vatican on Christmas Eve

The claim stems from the celebration of the 2025 Jubilee, a Roman Catholic tradition that happens every 25 years.

Associated Press · 1d

Pope Francis to officially open Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee on December 24; AP explains

When Pope Francis formally opens the Holy Year, he will launch a dizzying 12-month calendar of events that include special Jubilee masses for the faithful from all walks of life.

Pope calls Gaza airstrikes 'cruelty'

DPA International on MSN · 2d

Pope Francis speaks of 'cruelty' in Gaza

Pope Francis reflected on the devastating consequences of the Gaza war in an address at the Vatican on Saturday, expressing deep sorrow over the bombing of children in the Gaza Strip the previous day.

Pope Again Condemns 'Cruelty' Of Israeli Strikes On Gaza

Pope Francis doubled down Sunday on his condemnation of Israel's strikes on the Gaza Strip, denouncing their "cruelty" for the second time in as many days despite Israel accusing him of "double standards".

Newser on MSN · 21h

Pope Francis Urges Global Ceasefire

Pope Francis has made a poignant plea for ceasefires everywhere as Christmas approaches, emphasizing the need to silence weapons and let carols fill the air. Speaking from indoors at the Vatican Sunday,

Catholic News Agency7h

Pope Francis praises bocce, calling it a sport for ‘normal people’

The Holy Father recalled the popularity of the sport in rural villages in the past and its tendency to help foster a sense of ...

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Suffering from heavy cold, Pope Francis to lead Sunday prayers from residence

Pope Francis, who has just turned 88 and has been suffering from a heavy cold, will lead the regular Sunday Angelus prayer ...

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Pope Francis warns against gossip, praises family and humility

Gossip causes destruction while family life and humble service strengthens relationships and brings people closer to Christ, ...

National Catholic Register16h

Under Pope Francis, a Red Hat Is No Guarantee of a Job

ANALYSIS: Typically, cardinals are assigned to a diocese or a role in the Roman Curia. But due to a variety of circumstances, ...

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Pope Francis reprimands Vatican staff for gossiping in annual Christmas message

Pope Francis told Vatican bureaucrats on Saturday to stop speaking ill of one another, as he once again used his annual ...

Pope Francis appoints 5 auxiliary bishops, experienced as pastors, for Chicago

In a statement, Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Chicago's archbishop, expressed gratitude to Pope Francis for the "gift of these ...

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Pope Francis to lead Sunday prayers from residence due to heavy cold

Pope Francis, who has been suffering from a heavy cold, will lead the regular Sunday Angelus prayers from his residence as a ...

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