Vatican News
New US archbishops look forward to serving God in their local Churches
Newly-appointed metropolitan archbishops from around the world received the traditional woolen vestment called a pallium during a special Mass with... Read more
Pope: To be a disciple, Jesus must be the center of your life
On Thursday, the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Francis said that we can’t just know about our faith,... Read more
Cardinal Pell to take leave while facing abuse charges in Australia
After Australian police announced that they have charged him on multiple counts of sexual abuse, Cardinal George Pell has maintained... Read more
Australian police charge top Vatican official with sexual abuse
After years of fighting allegations of sexual abuse and negligence in handling abuse cases, Cardinal George Pell, the Vatican's top... Read more
Keep your eyes fixed on the cross, Pope urges new cardinals
On Wednesday, Pope Francis created five new cardinals, encouraging them to walk with Jesus, keeping their eyes fixed securely on... Read more
Pope Francis: The way of Christ is the way of persecution
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that following Christ means taking a path contrary to that of the world, and being... Read more
Unity is more than 'bland uniformity,' Pope tells Orthodox
Pope Francis met with a delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, saying their journey toward full communion is one... Read more
Local priest named fifth bishop of Allentown, Penn.
On Tuesday the Vatican announced Pope Francis' pick of Mons. Alfred A. Schlert to be the next bishop of the... Read more
The old still have a lot to offer young people, Pope Francis says
On Tuesday Pope Francis said that the older generation should not stop striving in their spiritual lives, but that God... Read more
Cardinal Turkson: Marijuana debate ignores ethical questions
The Vatican's top personality on social justice issues has voiced his concern for the increased demand for drugs, including recreational... Read more
Chinese bishop forcibly removed from diocese still missing
On Monday the Vatican issued a statement on the situation of the Chinese Bishop Peter Shao Zhumin of Wenzhou, who... Read more
Christ doesn’t promise freedom from difficulties, Pope says
In his Angelus address on Sunday, Pope Francis reminded the faithful that following Christ does not mean our lives will... Read more
The tale of Fr. Brochero: Gaucho priest, devil's worst nightmare
If Jose Brochero doesn't sound like a Gaucho name, nothing does. Read more
Francis urges Serrans to 'keep moving forward' promoting vocations
Pope Francis offered encouragement Friday to members of Serra International, which promotes religious vocations, urging them to persevere in their... Read more
Pope Francis meets Dutch king and queen, returns long-lost stick
On Thursday Pope Francis met with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, as part of the visit returning... Read more
Meeting with NFL hall-of-famers, Pope Francis promotes teamwork
Pope Francis addressed members of the National Football League Hall of Fame on Wednesday, encouraging them to promote the values... Read more
Pope Francis sends aid to a troubled South Sudan
After the Vatican stated last month the postponement of Pope Francis’ proposed trip to South Sudan, they announced Wednesday that... Read more
Can relics unite Catholics and Orthodox? Pope Francis thinks so.
Common veneration of relics is one of the tools Pope Francis is using to foster ecumenical relations with the Eastern... Read more
Don’t think holiness is for you? The saints can help, Pope Francis says
On Wednesday, Pope Francis said the saints show us that despite what we might think, holiness is possible for everyone,... Read more
Vatican's first General Auditor resigns abruptly
In an unexpected move in the Holy See’s ongoing financial reform, the Vatican announced on Tuesday the resignation of Libero... Read more
