St. James the Apostle, also known as St. James the Greater, is a saint venerated in the Catholic Church and considered one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. Born in Bethsaida in Galilee, he was the son of Zebedee and brother of John, who also became an apostle. James was a fisherman by profession and was called by Jesus to follow him and his brother John to the shores of the Sea of Galilee.

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Apostolic Blessings may only be requested on parchment through the following office ‘Elemosineria Apostolica’, Ufficio della Santa Sede which has been entrusted with the task since the time of Pope Leo XIII.

‘Elemosineria Apostolica’ has the important role of giving assistance to the Needy on behalf of the Holy Father, and this is possible also thanks to donations sent by Devotees all over the world who request Blessings .

On what occasions may Blessings be requested?

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Pope Bergoglio celebrates Holy Mass in the small Chapel of St. Martha’s home , the place chosen as His residence, from Monday to Saturday at 7.00am.

Many Followers wish to take part in the religious ceremony to listen to the words of the Pope and to receive the opportunity of a quick personal greeting devoted to the participants from Pope Francis Himself at the end of the ceremony.

Unfortunately, the Chapel of St.

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All those wishing to write to the Pope, may send their letters to the following address:

His Holiness Pope Francis
00120 Vatican City

Pope Francis does not have a public email address, the only way to contact His Holiness is through the traditional mail service.
Thousands of messages, letters and parcels are daily received by Pope Francis from all over the world.

The Person in charge of the Pope’s correspondence is Mon.

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Papal hearings are not religious celebrations, but rather moments dedicated to Followers and Pilgrims, where they can meet and listen to Pope Francis as well as receive the Apostolic Blessing.

Where and how does it take place

Papal Hearings take place every Wednesday in Piazza San Pietro or in the “Sala delle Udienze Paolo VI”, better known as “Sala Nervi”.

Papal Hearings begin at about 10.30 in the morning and whenever possible, the Pope loves walking amongst His followers.

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