Mass for the Peaceful Repose of the Soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, live broadcast from St. Peter in Chains Cathedral Basilica

By Joe Bukuras Boston, Mass., Jan 3, 2023 / 12:30 pm Buffalo Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin, in critical condition after suffering cardiac arrest during an NFL football game Monday night, is receiving an outpouring of prayers and support from his Catholic high school in Pittsburgh, his former college, and from players …

By Hannah Brockhaus Rome, Italy, Jan 3, 2023 / 07:45 am The personnel of Cantina Tirolese in Rome will pay their final respects to Benedict XVI in St. Peter’s Basilica on Jan. 4. The Austrian eatery was, “without a doubt, his favorite restaurant,” its manager told CNA on Tuesday. Though the …

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Jan 2, 2023 / 11:00 am Approximately 40,000 people visited Benedict XVI in the first five hours he was lying in state on Monday, according to the Vatican gendarmes. Catholics have traveled to the Vatican from both near and far to see the late pope for …

By Courtney Mares Rome Newsroom, Jan 1, 2023 / 12:10 pm The late Benedict XVI was known for his intellectual acumen as a theologian and philosopher, but perhaps his most relatable quality was that he was a cat person. As we remember the life and legacy of the pope, here is …

By Katie Yoder Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Jan 1, 2023 / 09:00 am When Pope Benedict XVI resigned in 2013, he stepped down as the bishop of Rome — and out of his famous red leather shoes. During his reign as pope, Benedict’s red shoes became something of a trademark, inspiring ABC News to …

By Hannah Brockhaus Rome Newsroom, Jan 1, 2023 / 05:28 am The Vatican on Sunday shared the first photos of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI since his death on Dec. 31. Benedict’s mortal remains have been laid in the chapel of the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery, the pope emeritus’ home after his resignation, …

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Saint Sylvester was born in Rome around the year 250. Not much is known about him, but legends surround him. Some legends state that at a young age, Sylvester was put under the care of a priest to be formed in the practice of religion and sacred literature. He enjoyed …

St. Thomas was born in London, England around the year 1117. He was the son of pious parents, and his mother converted to Christianity through the example and teachings of his father. From his early youth, Thomas was educated in religion and holiness. After his childhood, Thomas was then taught …