The pope wrote that the effects of climate change “are here and increasingly evident.” Read more
Pope Francis underlined that “the primary task of the synod” is to “refocus our gaze on God, to be a... Read more
Six cardinals who are participating in this month’s Synod on Synodality — and five who are not — told CNA... Read more
Czech Cardinal Dominik Duka had submitted to the Vatican a request for pastoral guidance. Read more
Bishop Robert Barron wrote a message to his flock before leaving for Rome for the Synod on Synodality, which will... Read more
Originally submitted by the archbishop emeritus of Prague on July 13, the DDF’s response had been issued to the Czech... Read more
In an Oct. 1 interview with the Spanish newspaper El Periódico, Martin stressed that “it is crucial to point out... Read more
The prelates, who also issued a “Notification to Christ’s Faithful,” hail from the diverse ecclesiastical landscapes of Europe, Asia, Africa,... Read more
The pope’s responses, originally issued July 11, responded to requests for doctrinal clarification on the development of doctrine, same-sex unions,... Read more
Hundreds of synod delegates are meeting in a retreat center in Sacrofano, 20 miles north of Rome, for the three-day... Read more
Five cardinals have sent a set of questions known as “dubia” to Pope Francis to express their concerns and seek... Read more
The word “dubia” — plural for a “dubium” — literally means, from the Latin, “doubts.” But another way of translating... Read more
The cardinals said they submitted five questions, called a “dubia,” on Aug. 21 requesting clarity on several topics. Read more
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández predicts that “those who expect big changes” to come out of this month’s Synod of Bishops... Read more
The theme of the event in the Paul VI Audience Hall will be “Let us learn from boys and girls.” Read more
Before thousands of young people and Christian leaders from around the world, Francis emphasized the importance of silent prayer. Read more
From digital communication to hope to listening to the Gospel, here is what 12 of the cardinals told CNA they... Read more
The pope shared a guiding image for the College of Cardinals: that of “a symphony orchestra, representing the harmony and... Read more
Pope Francis said his father made him go to the bullied child’s home to apologize. Read more
Food waste, the pope said, “shows an arrogant disregard for everything that, in social and human terms, lies behind food... Read more