PHLPost launches stamp honoring Pope Francis
The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) launched a commemorative stamp honoring Pope Francis on Thursday to celebrate his legacy of faith, compassion, and service to humanity.
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Pope Francis
Pope Francis, who passed away on May 8, 2025, was known for his commitment to social justice and humility as the first pope from the Global South. His papacy emphasized economic inclusion and moral standards in economics through encyclicals like 'Fratelli Tutti'. The Catholic Church is now looking to Pope Leo XIV, elected on the same day, to continue Francis's legacy of compassion and pastoral care.
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Last updated at May 19, 2025.
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Cardinal Tagle praises Pope Leo XIV's listening skills and humility after meetings in Manila and Rome
Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle provided insights about Pope Leo XIV after a private meeting, highlighting the pope's deep listening skills and intellectual preparation following their interactions in Manila and Rome when Pope Leo was Prior General of the Order of St. Augustine.
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Filipino lawmakers hail Cardinal Prevost as Pope Leo XIV
On Friday, May 9, Filipino lawmakers and senators celebrated the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV, expressing hope for his papacy amid global challenges.
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US citizen Robert Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV
Robert Prevost, a U.S. citizen and former missionary in Peru, was elected Pope by Catholic cardinals.
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'Conclave' film aids Pope Leo XIV's election
Edward Berger's 2024 film 'Conclave' has gained popularity among cardinals due to its accurate portrayal of the papal election process, with some using it as a research tool.
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Tagle casts 3rd vote; electors gather in Sistine Chapel
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle is one of 133 cardinal electors who will vote on the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church following Pope Francis' death.
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Cardinal electors choose new pope; white smoke signals election
On Wednesday, May 7, following Pope Francis's death on April 21, the 133 cardinal electors from 70 countries began their proceedings to choose his successor at Saint Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
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Cardinals move into Vatican for papal conclave starting Wednesday
Cardinals began moving into Vatican accommodations on Tuesday ahead of the conclave to elect a new pope following Pope Francis's death on April 21.
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133 cardinals begin papal conclave in Rome
All 133 Catholic cardinals eligible to vote for the new pope have arrived in Rome ahead of the conclave which began on Wednesday.
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Filipino cardinal condemns Trump for AI photo of pope
Filipino Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David criticized US President Donald Trump for posting an AI-generated photo of him dressed as a Catholic pope on Truth Social, calling it offensive and insensitive following Pope Francis's death.
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