The Gospels give some intriguing clues to the identity of Jesus’ famous follower—who was unwed, moved freely, and provided ...

The subject of numerous controversies, she is defined by ambiguity, welcoming outcasts to the Church and provoking more ...

Each year on Aug. 5 the church liturgical calendar commemorates the dedication of St. Mary Major (in Italian, Santa Maria ...

devotion to the Heart of Mary grew up in parallel, but at a lesser intensity than that of devotion to the Heart of Jesus, only starting to become more prominent during the time of St John Eudes.

In 2023, Pope Francis announced that he would be buried at St. Mary Major; his tomb has been prepared near the Salus Populi ...

Parishioners carry a statue of Jesus during the Living Stations of the Cross procession near the Cathedral of St. Mary on Friday, April 18, 2025, in Miami, Fla. Photo by Matias J. Ocner mocner@ ...

Jeff Scoby was among the faithful gathered the evening of April 22 to pray over the soul of Pope Francis as the day’s last ...

Pastor Ed Shikina said while parishioners grieve the loss of Pope Francis, they should not do so without hope.