Swiss Guards may not have to go to battle for the pope, but they engage in spiritual war to help hopefuls coming to the ...

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The Pontifical Swiss Guard received 34 new recruits at a swearing-in ceremony at the Vatican on Monday. Swiss President Viola Amherd was also in attendance. During the traditional oath taken in ...

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Pope Francis today promulgated the decree, known as a “Bull of Indiction,” for the Jubilee Year 2025, which he will open in ...

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The Swiss Guard was founded by Pope Julius II in 1506. It has expanded from 110 members under Pope Francis in time for the 2025 Holy Year when millions of additional pilgrims are expected to visit ...