Francis visited Rebibbia prison outside Rome, where he opened what the church calls a "holy door." During the year, Francis will open five such doors—they are typically sealed shut the rest of ...

Pope Francis opens the Holy Door at Rome’s Rebibbia Prison Complex on the feast of St. Stephen, Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024. Credit: Vatican Media The pope’s visit began with a solemn ritual as he ...

Pope Francis walks through the Holy Door at Rome’s Rebibbia Prison Complex on the feast of St. Stephen, Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024. (photo: Vatican Media / VM) Courtney Mares/CNA Vatican December ...