Vatican News
In new interview, Pope says to never give up hope for conversion
Pope Francis has given an interview ahead of his Holy Thursday visit to a prison, warning, among other things, against... Read more
The Gospel is never gloomy, but joyful, Pope tells priests
During his annual Chrism Mass for Holy Week Pope Francis told priests to always convey the truth and mercy of... Read more
EWTN chairman named consultor for Vatican communications office
On Wednesday, the Vatican announced that EWTN’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael P. Warsaw has been named by Pope... Read more
Pope Francis: we find hope in embracing our crosses with love
As the Church this week reflects on Jesus’ crucifixion and death, Pope Francis said that it is the cross that... Read more
Donate blood, get free admission to the Vatican Museums
A new initiative in Italy will allow blood donors to receive a free ticket to the Vatican Museums. Read more
Bible scholar gives inside look at Vatican's Stations of the Cross
Pope Francis chose French biblical scholar, Anne-Marie Pelletier, to write the meditations for this year's annual Good Friday Stations of... Read more
Consistory announced to approve Fatima children's canonization
Pope Francis will hold an ordinary public consistory on April 20, where the cardinals of the Church are expected to... Read more
Love is the best medicine, Pope Francis tells pediatric patients
The caresses born of love are the most important medicine, Pope Francis told a group of patients, families, and doctors... Read more
German family continues to fight for right to homeschool
In August 2013, a group of 20 police officers and social workers stormed the home of Petra and Dirk Wunderlich... Read more
Despite deadly attacks, Pope Francis will still go to Egypt
The Vatican confirmed Monday that Pope Francis' trip to Egypt at the end of the month will go on as... Read more
'Pope Francis laundry' service opens for homeless in Rome
On Monday the latest Pope Francis-inspired initiative for the poor opened up in Rome – a new laundromat, with washing,... Read more
Pope prays for victims of attack on church in Egypt
After a bomb blast killed nearly 30 people during Palm Sunday celebrations in Egypt, Pope Francis voiced his closeness to... Read more
This Holy Week, look for Jesus in those who suffer, Pope says
On Palm Sunday Pope Francis said that as Holy Week begins, we should contemplate not only the glory with which... Read more
Bishops seek input from youth ahead of 2018 synod
An international conference this week in Rome is seeking feedback from young people on the upcoming 2018 Synod of Bishops,... Read more
Pope to youth: The Church needs to hear your voice
On Saturday Pope Francis held a special prayer vigil in anticipation of WYD and the 2018 Synod of Bishops, telling... Read more
Pope Francis: Stop using the word 'illegal' as a synonym for 'immigrant'
Pope Francis said Friday that when it comes to solving the immigration crisis, the media need to stop perpetuating negative... Read more
Pope Francis will visit a prison on Holy Thursday
This Holy Thursday, Pope Francis will wash the feet of prison inmates and say Mass at their penitentiary. Read more
Catholic Church grows as Americas, Europe trail in priestly vocations
According to Vatican statistics released Thursday, the Church in the Americas lags behind globally when it comes to the number... Read more
Priest who met three saints named auxiliary bishop of Seattle
On Thursday, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis has chosen Msgr. Daniel H. Mueggenborg, a priest of the Diocese of... Read more
Vatican approves special Fatima feast day for the Traditional Latin Mass
The Vatican office which governs the use of the extraordinary form of the Roman rite has given priests permission to... Read more
