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The service is led by volunteer Roman Catholic Chaplain. Open to students and staff. Venues may change for major festivals. See Catholic Society’s Union activities page and Facebook group for details.

As the head of the Catholic Church, the pope holds immense influence in religious, diplomatic, and global affairs, acting as a moral and spiritual guide for more than a billion Catholics worldwide.