Vatican News
Cardinal Maradiaga responds to allegations of corruption
Cardinal Oscar Andrés Rodriguez Maradiaga has rejected accusations of financial mismanagement, and offered an explanation for allegations that he has... Read more
Gingrich officially begins term as new US ambassador to Vatican
Newly-appointed American Ambassador to the Holy See, Callista Gingrich, presented her letters of credential to Pope Francis in a meeting... Read more
We all need God’s mercy, cardinal says at Law’s funeral
At the funeral of Cardinal Bernard Law on Thursday, Cardinal Angelo Sodano said that every one of us is imperfect,... Read more
Pope to Roman Curia: Be faithful to the Petrine office
In a speech before the start of the Christmas break Thursday, Pope Francis exhorted Curia members to carry out their... Read more
Pope Francis and bishops respond to Law’s death as funeral plans finalized
The Vatican announced Wednesday that the funeral Mass of Cardinal Bernard Law, the former archbishop of Boston who died Dec.... Read more
Pope: All of Mass is important – don’t be late!
Pope Francis on Wednesday stressed the importance of getting to Mass on time, noting that every piece is important, especially... Read more
Cardinal Bernard Law, formerly of Boston, dies at age 86
Cardinal Bernard Law has died after a brief hospitalization due to a congenital heart condition, according to sources close to... Read more
Polish cardinal, "Rosary Priest" among sainthood causes moving forward
Pope Francis on Tuesday recognized the heroic virtue of Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski, the former Metropolitan Archbishop of Warsaw, as well... Read more
On his birthday, Pope Francis hosts pizza party for sick children
Pope Francis celebrated his 81st birthday with a pizza party for sick children Sunday, reflecting on the joy of children... Read more
Pope Francis' three Christmas ingredients: joy, prayer, gratitude
With Christmas just eight days away, Pope Francis said three simple attitudes can help prepare us to welcome Jesus Christ. Read more
From Pope Francis, a checklist for good journalism
Journalism must prize truth and reflection over sensationalism and clamor, Pope Francis told journalists on Saturday. Read more
Pope to youth: expand your wisdom and meet the elderly
Pope Francis met with the youth of Catholic Action on Saturday as the movement marks its 150th anniversary year. Read more
Treat saints' relics right, says new Vatican directive
The relics of Christian saints and blesseds deserve special care and their authenticity must be certified by the Church, the... Read more
Meet the man who holds the keys to the Pope's Museums
“I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven,” Jesus told St. Peter, as recorded in the Gospel... Read more
Pope Francis: Music opens our hearts to the true meaning of Christmas
Music and art are especially suited to helping us more deeply comprehend the true meaning of the mystery of Christmas,... Read more
Vatican communications department will soon unveil new website
Pope Francis and his Council of Cardinals met this week to continue discussions on reform of the Roman Curia and... Read more
Pope Francis: Think 'being good' is enough? It’s not. Go to Mass
According to Pope Francis, a Christian can’t just be a good person and skip Mass on Sundays, because it is... Read more
Pope: 'La Guadalupana' shows that everyone has a place in the Church
Pope Francis marked the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Tuesday saying the "mestizo" Virgin is a concrete sign that... Read more
Cardinal Kasper: The controversy surrounding Amoris Laetitia has come to an end
The controversy regarding Amoris laetitia has come to an end, according to German cardinal Walter Kasper. What is more, he... Read more
Analysis: What is the context of Pope Francis’ words on the Lord’s Prayer?
Pope Francis’ remarks on the “wrong” translation of the Lord’s Prayer in a TV show hosted by the Italian Bishops’... Read more
