Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of Catholic Church, Passes Away at Age 88
The Holy Father, who left rich memories from his apostolic visit to Philadelphia in 2015, died April 21, 2025 in Rome.
Archbishop Pérez: Pope Francis was a True Blessing to the World
Archbishop Pérez reflects on the Pope’s profound legacy and cherished visit to the City of Brotherly Love.
Archbishop Broglio’s Statement on Death of Pope Francis
Welcome to Our Home: A Look Back at Pope Francis’ Visit to Philadelphia
The Holy Father's two-day apostolic visit to the city 10 years ago to close the World Meeting of Families--Philadelphia 2015 made lasting memories. Photos from the visit invite all to pray for the eternal rest of the late pontiff.
Britain’s Royal Couple Meet Pope Francis at the Vatican
Although they postponed their official state visit to the Vatican because of Pope Francis' health, Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla met privately with the pope April 9, the Vatican press office said.
Vatican Releases First Photo of Pope Francis Since his Hospitalization
For the first time since Pope Francis was hospitalized in mid-February, the Vatican press office released a photograph of him March 16; the image shows him concelebrating Mass that morning in the chapel of his suite of rooms at Rome's Gemelli hospital.
USCCB: Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Bishop Dennis Sullivan of Camden; Succeeded by Coadjutor Bishop Joseph Williams
In Lenten Reflection, Archbishop Broglio Echoes Pope Francis’ Call to Pursue Dialogue Courageously
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Requests Prayers for Pope Francis
Archbishop Pérez asked everyone throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Feb. 22 "to join in prayer for Pope Francis as he continues to battle serious illness."