Tag Archives: Popes

Earliest-Born Person Ever Captured on Film: Pope Leo XIII

Posted on January 19, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Napoleon contemporary, Pope Leo XIII (the pope of the Saint Michael prayer) was born in 1810 and is the earliest-born person ever filmed (documented). Music: Cantata ”Jesu, der du meine Seele”, BWV. 78 – 7. Herr, ich glaube

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POPE SAINT LEO, THE FIRST OF THE GREATS

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Pope Saint Leo, the first pontiff to earn the title ‘the Great’, reigned from 440 until his death on this day in 461, was known for many things.  With his wise mind, his magnanimous soul and zeal, he helped solidify … Continue reading →

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Popes Affirm the Apparitions of Our Lady at Lourdes

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

CP&S comment– Today is the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. We have published many posts over the years on the wonders of Our Lady’s apparitions to the young visionary Bernadette Soubirous to whom “the lady” revealed her identity as … Continue reading →

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How to become Pope

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Catholicism Pure & Simple
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The death of the leader of a beleaguered people

Posted on March 18, 2012 by The Raven

Pope Shenouda III Please pray for the Coptic people and for the repose of the soul of their Patriarch, Pope Shenouda III, who died on 17th March. H/t the Sons

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