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Pope Leo pays tribute to Pope Francis on the anniversary of his death

Apr 21

Pope Leo condemns economies that marginalize poor

Oct 9, 2025

Cupich speaks on Trump's criticism of Pope Leo, Pope Francis' legacy

In a one-on-one interview with ABC7's Tanja Babich, Cupich reflected on Pope Francis' legacy and spoke on Trump's criticisms of Pope Leo.

Apr 22

Italian tailor of past popes would be honored to dress Pope Leo XIV

May 16, 2025

Pope Leo XIV: How his views compare to those of Pope Francis

May 10, 2025

Chicago faithful pray for cardinals during Holy Name Cathedral Mass

May 8, 2025

Pope Francis' popemobile to become Gaza health clinic for children

May 5, 2025

How will social media impact the papal conclave?

May 5, 2025

Catholics mark end of Pope Francis mourning period ahead of conclave

May 5, 2025

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Holy Name Cathedral holds Mass commemorating Pope Francis' life

Apr 27, 2025

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Holy Name Cathedral holds Mass commemorating Pope Francis' life

Apr 26, 2025

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Holy Name Cathedral to hold Mass commemorating Pope Francis' life

Apr 26, 2025

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Holy Name Cathedral to hold Mass commemorating Pope Francis' life

Apr 26, 2025

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Pope Francis laid to rest after historic funeral in front of 250,000

Apr 26, 2025

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Pope Francis lies in state for 3rd day ahead of funeral Saturday

Apr 25, 2025

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Loyola professor explains meaning behind simplified funeral service for Pope Francis

Apr 25, 2025

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Cardinal Cupich leads memorial Mass in Chicago for Pope Francis

Apr 23, 2025

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Pope Francis funeral updates: Pope Francis laid to rest after historic funeral in front of 250,000

Francis died on April 26 at 88 years old.

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Apr 26, 2025

Holy Name Cathedral holds Mass commemorating Pope Francis' life on day of his funeral

Catholic faithful in Chicago are remembering Pope Francis on the day of his funeral.

Apr 27, 2025

Chicago-area nurse who sang for Pope Francis as teen says he 'really did touch my heart'

Valerie Herrera was 17 when she shared her story with Pope Francis about struggling with the rare skin disorder and turning to music to cope with bullying.

Apr 26, 2025

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Pope Francis remembered as 'pope among the people' in funeral homily

Pope Francis was remembered as a pope "among the people" in his funeral homily.

Apr 26, 2025

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President Trump, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy meet privately ahead of pope's funeral

Late Friday, Trump posted Ukraine and Russia were "very close to a deal."

Apr 26, 2025