Pope Updates
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Passing of Pope Francis
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Prayer for Pope Francis:O God, faithful rewarder of souls, grant that your departed servant Pope Francis, whom you made successor of Peter and shepherd of your Church, may happily enjoy forever in your presence in heaven, the mysteries of your grace and compassion, which he faithfully ministered on earth. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
As is our custom, pray an Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be to the Father, as well as the recitation of the Holy Rosary for the repose of the soul of the Holy Father.
Pray a novena in Pope Francis’ memory by clicking HERE -
Prayer for the selection of a new Pope:O God, eternal shepherd, who govern your flock with unfailing care, grant in your boundless fatherly love a pastor for your Church who will please you by his holiness and to us show watchful care.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
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Rest in Peace Pope FrancisPope Francis passed away April 21, 2025. Regardless of how the world perceives the late Holy Father, he has left an impact. He had a Vision of peace, love and care for each other and the humbling mercy of God that saves us. We admire his courage, boldness and devoutness.
May the mercy and compassion of our Heavenly Father he spoke about so forthrightly be with him now and forever.
Bishop McManus celebrated a special Mass at 12:10 PM Monday, April 21st at the Cathedral of Saint Paul for the Holy Father, Pope Francis. All were welcome to attend and join in prayer for the repose of the soul of our Holy Father.
Fr. Anthony dedicated the Monday, April 21st evening's Mass at 7:00 pm at OLH St. Mary Church to Pope Francis.
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Latest News:We will had 2 Masses offered in a special way for Pope Francis:
- Saturday, April 26th, OLH St. James, 8:00 am Mass with Fr. Mpagi
- Wednesday, April 30th, OLH St. Mary, 12:00 pm Mass with Fr. Mobilio
At the end of these Masses, the bells of the church were tolled as many times as the years which the Holy Father has lived (this number will be 88).
There will be wreaths with black ribbons on the doors of the churches to signal a time of mourning. This will be replaced with white and gold ribbons or bunting when a new Pope is selected.
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Our New Pope is Elected!
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Habemus Papam! Our new pope is elected, the first American pope in history! Robert Prevost of Chicago, IL, USA has taken the name Pope Leo XIV (the 14th).
A Mass of Thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV was celebrated at St. Paul Cathedral in Worcester with Bishop McManus Friday, May 9th at 12:10 pm.
Read the letter from Bishop McManus HERE -
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The Conclave
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THE CONCLAVE BEGINS MAY 7th
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HOW IS A POPE ELECTED?
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Prayer for A New PopeHoly Spirit, enlighten the Church at this time, especially all the cardinals you call to take part in the conclave. Grant them wisdom and holiness so that all may cooperate with your inspiration and guidance to elect the next Vicar of Christ, your chosen servant. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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You're invited to join Word on Fire in real time as we await the white smoke that will rise from the Sistine Chapel upon the selection of the 267th pope.
WHEN TO WATCH FOR WHITE SMOKE
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The above times are Roman. In Eastern Time, they are:Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm,Thursday, 4:00 - 6:00 am, Thursday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm,Friday, 4:00 - 6:00 am or Friday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm.If no Pope is elected by conclusion of Friday, they will take Saturday off, but still be sequestered. -
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