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Bones of St. Francis and his portrait in the Lower Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Saint Francis Lives On: Pilgrims Flock to Assisi

The Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi shelters one of the most sacred places in the

Thousands convene in Assisi to pray before bones of St. Francis on first day of historic viewing

Nearly 400,000 people are expected to venerate the saint’s relics while on public display through March 22. Hundreds

The Rome church where you can venerate St. Valentine’s skull

When most people think of romantic love, a third-century skull crowned with flowers probably does not spring to
A statue of Our Lady of Lourdes in the grotto at the shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Lourdes, France on May 15, 2015. She is believed to have appeared to St. Bernadette Soubirous in 1858 as the "Immaculate Conception."

LIVE MASS: Candlelight Procession from Our Lady of Lourdes, France

Follow the Candlelight Procession (9 PM Rome time) from the Shine of Our Lady of Lourdes in France

Vatican denies it will open restaurant on terrace of St. Peter’s Basilica

There is already a small café serving coffee, drinks, and gelato on the roof of the historic church.

Vatican endorses Journey to Redemption 2033, a global youth renewal movement

The Vatican is lending its support to the Journey to Redemption 2033, a youth movement focused on spiritual
Pope Francis' Funeral in St. Peter's Square. Credit: Daniel Ibanez

Recap: Interregnum after the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88 on April 21st at 7:35 in the morning in
Relic of the Precious Blood from the Lance of St. Longinus visits Rome from Mantua. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Relic of the Most Precious Blood of Christ Travels to Rome

For the first time in over twelve centuries, the relic of the Most Precious Blood of Christ has
Latvian Prime Minister meets Pope Leo. Credit: Vatican Media

Latvian Centennial Pilgrimage Rome

Latvia marked a significant milestone as Prime Minister Evika Siliņa joined a national pilgrimage from Latvia to Rome,

9 historic religious sites Pope Leo XIV will visit in Turkey, Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming apostolic journey to Turkey and Lebanon holds both spiritual and historical significance for the

Pope Leo XIV: Hope does not mean having all the answers but trusting in God

Pope Leo XIV stated that hope “does not mean having all the answers, but rather it calls us

3 things to know about the 2 papal basilicas dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul in Rome

Nov. 18 is celebrated in the Catholic Church as the feast day of the Dedication of the Basilicas

3 things to know about the 2 papal basilicas dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul in Rome

Nov. 18 is celebrated in the Catholic Church as the feast day of the Dedication of the Basilicas

Venice 101: Fascinating Facts about Venice

Become a quick “Renaissance Man” on Venice 1. Venice’s Urban Routes are Canals 2. The Christian Reference Behind

Vatican 101: Fascinating Facts About the Vatican

Become a Quick “Expert” on the Holy See 1. The Vatican Is the Smallest Country in the World

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