The last consistory creating new cardinals was in November 2020. Read more
The pope referred to the ‘Lord of the Rings’ author in the afterword to a new book. Read more
In a video message on Thursday, Pope Francis encouraged the Pontifical Commission for Latin America to continue its mission at... Read more
The Vatican said: ‘All the faithful in every part of the world are invited to support Pope Francis in his... Read more
The pope was speaking to members of the Global Solidarity Fund. Read more
Three recent hearings gave a fuller picture of the powerful dicastery’s complex operations. Read more
The pope dedicated his general audience address to the Book of Ecclesiastes. Read more
The pope was speaking at his Wednesday general audience. Read more
Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, 66, has led the Bologna archdiocese since 2015. Read more
Bishop-elect Erik Pohlmeier succeeds 76-year-old Bishop Felipe J. Estévez. Read more
The pope thanked volunteers for aiding ‘refugees from Ukraine, especially women and children who have fled this absurd war.’ Read more
Archbishop Paul Fitzpatrick Russell was the nuncio to Turkey, Turkmenistan, and Azerbaijan. Read more
Speaking to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Regina Caeli prayer on May 22, Pope Francis did not... Read more
Pope Francis praised a pro-life event in Rome and offered comments defending the dignity of life on Sunday. Read more
An estimated 25,000 people gathered in St. Peter's Square in Rome on Sunday to hear Pope Francis' Regina Caeli reflections... Read more
The pope also approved the canonization of Blessed Giovanni Battista Scalabrini. Read more
The pope spoke to the De La Salle Christian Brothers. Read more
The 85-year-old pope has faced several painful medical conditions over the last few years. Read more
Msgr. Alberto Perlasca was asked to leave the room by the court’s president. Read more
The pope paid tribute to ‘his distinguished and far-sighted leadership in the service of the nation.’ Read more