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Pope Francis prays rosary for peace on eve of first anniversary of Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack
On the eve of the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, the pope implored Our Lady, Queen of... Read more
Pope Francis: ‘Miracle of the Snow’ reminds us of Mary and the wonder of grace
During the second vespers on the solemnity of Our Lady of the Snows at the Basilica of St. Mary Major... Read more
Pope Francis celebrates ‘Miracle of the Snow’ at Basilica of St. Mary Major
A shower of white rose petals fell from the basilica’s ceiling symbolizing the miracle promised by Our Lady. Read more
Pope Francis to attend ‘Miracle of the Snow’ commemoration in Rome
Each year white rose petals fall from the ceiling of the papal Marian basilica in commemoration of a miraculous snowfall... Read more
Pope Francis changes statutes of papal basilica, emphasizing work of canons
The new regulations place emphasis on spiritual work and pastoral care and appointing a coadjutor archpriest of the West’s oldest... Read more
Six popes are buried at St. Mary Major; Pope Francis says he’ll be next
The pope said this week that a burial place has been prepared for him at Santa Maria Maggiore — who... Read more
Pope Francis says that he wants to be buried in Marian basilica in new interview
Pope Francis has said that he wants to be buried in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome because... Read more
Pope Francis returns to the Vatican after 3 days in the hospital
Pope Francis was discharged from the hospital Saturday morning after a three-night stay in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Read more
Pope Francis on World Day for Consecrated Life: Religious have ‘special role’ in the Church
Pope Francis’ message was read at the beginning of a Mass for consecrated men and women in Rome’s St. Mary... Read more
First known Nativity scene figurines are on display in Rome
The first known Nativity scene figurines are housed in the Basilica of St. Mary Major. Read more
Pope Francis prays rosary for peace in Ukraine and around the world
The pope meditated on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary in union with Marian shrines around the world. Read more
Ukraine war: Catholics invited to join Pope Francis in praying rosary for peace
The Vatican said: ‘All the faithful in every part of the world are invited to support Pope Francis in his... Read more
Pope Francis appoints commissioner to oversee Rome basilica’s financial assets
St. Mary Major is one of four papal major basilicas in Rome. Read more
First known nativity scene figurines can now be seen in St. Mary Major Basilica
The first known nativity scene figurines are on display this Christmas in one of Rome’s oldest basilicas. Read more
