Articles by Elise Harris
Pope names Archbishop Luis Ladaria as Müller's successor to head CDF
Jul 1, 2017 / 03:21 amThe Vatican announced Saturday that as Cardinal Gerhard Müller’s term as prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith comes to an end, the Pope has not renewed it, but has appointed Jesuit Archbishop Luis Ladaria to take his place.
Cardinal Pell to take leave while facing abuse charges in Australia
Jun 29, 2017 / 00:34 amAfter Australian police announced that they have charged him on multiple counts of sexual abuse, Cardinal George Pell has maintained his innocence, saying he will take leave from his responsibilities in the Vatican to clear his name.
St John XXIII's relics will visit his home diocese in 2018
Jun 28, 2017 / 23:02 pmThe Diocese of Bergamo announced yesterday that next year the body of St. John XXIII will return to the city, his native diocese, for a visit expected to last about two weeks.
Australian police charge top Vatican official with sexual abuse
Jun 28, 2017 / 18:47 pmAfter years of fighting allegations of sexual abuse and negligence in handling abuse cases, Cardinal George Pell, the Vatican's top finance man, will be charged on multiple counts of abuse, Australian police announced Wednesday.
Unity is more than 'bland uniformity,' Pope tells Orthodox
Jun 27, 2017 / 15:12 pmPope Francis met with a delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, saying their journey toward full communion is one that ought to respect their unique traditions – rather than a uniformity that would, in the end, make the Church more boring.
Cardinal Turkson: Marijuana debate ignores ethical questions
Jun 26, 2017 / 15:34 pmThe Vatican's top personality on social justice issues has voiced his concern for the increased demand for drugs, including recreational marijuana, saying debate on the plant's usage doesn't take ethical concerns into account.
To understand Pope Francis, you have to understand the Jesuits
Jun 25, 2017 / 15:00 pmDiscernment is one of the words Pope Francis repeats most, especially when speaking to priests and seminarians.
Laity, gender ideology shared concerns for Pope and Panama's bishops
Jun 10, 2017 / 05:01 amWorld Youth Day wasn't the only topic on the agenda for Panama's bishops during their meeting with Pope Francis this week: they also touched on the role of the laity and the dangers of gender ideology – both key topics for the universal Church.
Polish bishops see continuity between Amoris laetitia, Familiaris consortio
Jun 9, 2017 / 10:18 amThe pastoral care of families was one of the key areas of discussion for Poland's bishops in their latest plenary assembly, which focused on continuity between the teaching of St. John Paul II and Pope Francis.
Pope Francis prays for victims of deadly Tehran attacks
Jun 9, 2017 / 07:00 amAfter twin terrorist attacks killed at least 17 people in Tehran, Iran, earlier this week, Pope Francis condemned the 'barbaric' act of violence and offered his prayers for the victims and their families.
Women play a key role in interfaith dialogue, Pope says
Jun 9, 2017 / 06:11 amOn Friday Pope Francis said women have an essential role to play in interreligious dialogue given their natural ability to build relationships and fraternity, making their involvement necessary in all areas of society.
Venezuela's bishops: President Maduro starves his people into submission
Jun 8, 2017 / 15:14 pmAfter a last-minute meeting with Pope Francis Thursday to discuss the dire situation of their country, Venezuela's bishops said they have his full support in facing the trials of a regime they say oppresses its people to maintain power.
European leaders discuss plight of child victims of war
Jun 5, 2017 / 10:40 amLast week the Order of Malta hosted diplomats and politicians from throughout Europe for a discussion on the effects of violent conflict on children.
Pope dedicates June to praying for an end to the arms trade
Jun 5, 2017 / 06:42 amIn his latest prayer video, Pope Francis again issued a harsh condemnation of the arms trade, calling on global leaders to set personal interests aside and help to eradicate what for him is one of the greatest causes of human suffering today.
Pope Francis: I am always joyful when I see young priests
Jun 1, 2017 / 07:54 amOn Thursday Pope Francis spoke with the Vatican department in charge of priests, saying he is always happy when he sees young priests, because they are important for Christ and represent the youthful face of the Church.
Looking forward to 10 years of Summorum Pontificum
Jun 1, 2017 / 02:04 amTen years after Benedict XVI broadened access to the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass, the document by which he did so is being hailed as a means of closing the rift of division following liturgical changes made after the Second Vatican Council.
Pope Francis condemns 'abhorrent' Kabul attack
May 31, 2017 / 05:35 amAfter a major suicide bomb tore through a busy neighborhood in Kabul, killing at least 80 people, Pope Francis condemned the ‘brutal’ act, offering his prayers for the victims and for peace in the country.
Kidnapped Filipino priest pleads for help in video
May 30, 2017 / 10:49 amA week after Islamist militants kidnapped some 240 Catholics in the Philippines, a video has surfaced online showing one of the hostages, Fr. Chito Suganob, calling for the government to halt their military offensive in the city.
Vatican: South Sudan not on Pope's itinerary for 2017
May 30, 2017 / 05:25 amOn Friday Vatican spokesman Greg Burke confirmed that while Pope Francis had voiced his desire to travel South Sudan for an ecumenical visit alongside Anglican Archbishop Justin Welby, it won’t be happening this year.
Our task is to make the Gospel accessible, Pope Francis says
May 28, 2017 / 03:21 amOn the Feast of the Ascension, Pope Francis said that when Jesus rose into heaven, he entrusted his Church with the great and dignified responsibility of spreading his Word and making it accessible to everyone.