News & Commentary
US Friars Extend Global Condolences for Pope Francis
Kerting Baldwin EdD, APR
April 22, 2025
With the news spreading across the world regarding Pope Francis’ passing, the Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe react with words of comfort and peace, recognizing Pope Francis’ impact and legacy.
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Pope Francis dies at 88
Catholic News Service
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis has died April 21 at the age of 88.
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JD Vance announces trip to Rome, meeting at Vatican
OSV News
April 17, 2025
U.S. Vice President JD Vance will be in Rome April 18 and has meetings planned with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state, his office said.
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Despite improved health, pope picks cardinals to lead Holy Week liturgies
OSV News
April 16, 2025
Pope Francis is going without supplemental oxygen for longer periods and is continuing therapy to recover his voice and to recover his physical strength, the Vatican press office said, but he also is increasing the number of private meetings he ...
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Catholic leaders, public officials condemn violence after attack on governor’s residence
OSV News
April 15, 2025
Catholic leaders and public officials condemned violence and called for peace after an alleged arson attack on the Pennsylvania governor's mansion in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
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On Palm Sunday, recovering pope says to carry the cross with compassion
OSV News
April 14, 2025
Carrying the cross means more than bearing personal suffering -- it means stepping into the pain of others and walking beside them, Pope Francis wrote at the start of Holy Week.
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Planned Parenthood report shows abortions, public funding up after Dobbs