Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church

While the Holy Father mentioned the Sydney tragedy on Monday morning, an official statement came on his behalf from his Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin. As customary, the note was sent to the local archbishop, in this case, Archbishop Anthony Fisher of Sydney. Deeply saddened to learn of the horrific attack that occurred in Read More…

Pope Leo welcomed a special Nativity scene in Paul VI Hall, created by a Costa Rican artist, which, “together with the Christmas message of peace,” also appeals “that life be protected from the moment of conception.” The scene will show Mary pregnant until Christmas when the baby arrives. The Pope noted as well that the Read More…

The Diocese of Providence offered prayers and resources after two students were killed and nine injured in a mass shooting at Brown University’s campus on Saturday, December 13. Brown University is located in the city of Providence. “As are many, I am deeply saddened and troubled by the senseless shooting today at Brown University in Read More…

The Jubilee of Prisoners on December 13-14 was one of the last highlights of the Jubilee Year, and thousands of prisoners around the world participated. Jubilee Masses, times of prayer, celebrations of forgiveness: in each diocese, chaplaincies offered incarcerated people a true jubilee experience. But that’s not all. In the days before the Jubilee event, Read More…

A record number of pilgrims visited the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City during the recent Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, local officials reported. Approximately 12.8 million people visited the shrine on December 11 and 12, 2025, surpassing the record of 12.4 million that was set in 2024. December 12, the Read More…