93K views · 3K reactions | This morning, in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Holy Father Francis received in audience Joyce Napier, ambassador of Canada to the Holy See, on the occasion of the presentation of her credential letters. | EWTN Vatican | Facebook

Pope Leo closed the Catholic Church's Holy Year on Tuesday (January 6), sealing shut a special "Holy Door" in St. Peter's Basilica. The year was opened by the late Pope Francis in December 2024. Holy years, or jubilees, typically occur every 25 years and are considered a time of peace, forgiveness and pardon. Pilgrims to Rome can enter special "Holy Doors" at four Rome basilicas, and can see the pope at special audiences throughout the year. At 9:41 am (0841 GMT) on Tuesday, Leo, dressed in gold