The Vatican
The spiritual and administrative heart of the Catholic Church—and home to the Holy Father.
The Universal Church“Catholic” means “universal”—a Church for all people, in all times, led by Christ through the successors of the apostles.
At Saint Clare of Assisi, we are part of a worldwide communion of more than a billion Catholics united in faith, worship, and mission under the leadership of the Holy Father, the Pope.
The Vatican & The Holy Father
The Vatican is the spiritual and administrative center of the Catholic Church. It is home to the Pope—the successor of Saint Peter—and serves as the heart of our universal faith.
Stay connected with the Holy Father’s latest teachings, messages, and reflections from the center of our Church:
The Global Catholic Church
Catholics around the world worship with the same readings, prayers, and sacraments—celebrating unity in diversity. Learn more about the Church beyond our parish:
At Saint Clare of Assisi, we are part of a worldwide communion of more than a billion Catholics united in faith, worship, and mission under the leadership of the Holy Father, the Pope.
The Vatican & The Holy Father
The Vatican is the spiritual and administrative center of the Catholic Church. It is home to the Pope—the successor of Saint Peter—and serves as the heart of our universal faith.
Stay connected with the Holy Father’s latest teachings, messages, and reflections from the center of our Church:
The Global Catholic Church
Catholics around the world worship with the same readings, prayers, and sacraments—celebrating unity in diversity. Learn more about the Church beyond our parish:
The Holy See
The central governing body of the Catholic Church, through which the Pope exercises his universal ministry.
The Holy See serves as the spiritual and administrative heart of our faith, guiding Catholics around the world in truth, unity, and charity. Explore more at the official Vatican website: vatican.va
Tour the Vatican:
The Basilica of Saint Peter, the largest Catholic church in the world
The tomb of Saint Peter
The Vatican Museums
Tour the Vatican:
The Basilica of Saint Peter, the largest Catholic church in the world
The tomb of Saint Peter
The Vatican Museums
the original Basilica of saint peter (4th to 16th centuries)
