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Events and initiatives in the Basilica
20 May 2025
Visit of the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major by the Holy Father Leo XIV
on Sunday, 25 May, at 7:00 p.m.
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28 April 2025
Pope Francis and his devotion to Salus Populi Romani
In a brief encounter with the media, Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas, assistant ...
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28 April 2025
Cardinals visit the tomb of Pope Francis, pray Second Vespers
Members of the College of Cardinals pay homage to Pope Francis visiting his tomb at ...
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26 April 2025
Pope Francis' mortal remains buried in St. Mary Major
After the funeral Mass, Pope Francis’ mortal remains were carried through Rome to the ...
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25 April 2025
Description of Pope Francis' Tomb in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major
Pope Francis' tomb will be placed in the lateral nave of the Papal Basilica of Saint ...
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22 April 2025
Cardinal Parolin leads Rosary at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major
On Tuesday evening, Cardinal Pietro Parolin leads the Rosary at Saint Mary Major, the ...
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6 October 2024
The Pope prays the Rosary for Peace at Santa Maria Maggiore
Sunday, 6th October 2024
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23 July 2024
Eucharistic Celebration at the Holy Crib
Thursday 25th of July, Crypt Altar of Confession
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10 April 2024
Appointment of new Canons
The Holy Father Francis has appointed 7 new Canons for the Chapter of the Papal ...
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