Vatican News
Pope in Georgia blasts gender theory as the 'great enemy' of marriage
In a lengthy, off-the-cuff speech in Georgia, Pope Francis said the world today is at war with marriage, and urged... Read more
Pope to Georgian Catholics: imitate St. Therese's 'little way'
It’s important to follow the example of St. Therese's “little way,” trusting in God and his consolation with the faith... Read more
Pope Francis concerned by North Korean nuclear tests
Pope Francis is troubled by the international tensions arising from recent North Korean nuclear tests, said Greg Burke, director of... Read more
Pope condemns 'arrogant' abuse of power that leads to war, violence
In a passionate speech on Thursday, Pope Francis condemned as arrogant the mentality of revenge and the abuses of power... Read more
Spreading hope, trust, the center of next World Communications Day
Announced Thursday, this year's World Day of Social Communications will focus on the theme of spreading hope and trust in... Read more
Memory of Shimon Peres should inspire peace efforts, Pope says
Upon learning about the death of Shimon Peres Wednesday, Pope Francis sent a telegram offering his condolences and his appreciation... Read more
God’s mercy overcomes human desperation, Pope Francis says
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that Jesus’ salvific mission reaches its culmination on the Cross in his conversation with the... Read more
From homeless to meeting the Pope – a story of inspiration
Tanya Cangelosi never imagined that she would one day be bringing homeless people on pilgrimages to Rome. And Shyla Montoya... Read more
Pope Francis: Feeling hopeless? Don't drink - pray!
Feelings of spiritual desolation, or a lack of will to live, should be combated with prayer, not with sleeping pills... Read more
Pope taps parish priest as new bishop of Lubbock
The Vatican announced Tuesday that Pope Francis has named Msgr. Robert Milner Coerver, a parish priest from the Diocese of... Read more
For the Council of Cardinals, curia reform is an experiment in flexibility
How does Pope Francis carry forward the reform of the Roman Curia? Gradually, step by step, by trial and error,... Read more
Body of third priest kidnapped in Mexico found
Less than a week after two Catholic priests in Mexico were found murdered after having been abducted from their parishes,... Read more
Pope Francis: The truth can't be forced on people
God is shared with the world through love and authentic relationships, not by forcing the truth on people, Pope Francis... Read more
Love can be only response to evil, Pope tells attack survivors
Pope Francis met with survivors of the Nice, France terrorist attack on Saturday, urging them to respond with forgiveness and... Read more
The Vatican is changing how it verifies miracles
Changes to the regulations for confirming alleged miracles during the causes of saints aim to preserve the scientific rigor of... Read more
Journalism can't be a 'weapon of destruction', Pope Francis says
Emphasizing the importance of respect for human dignity, Pope Francis told journalists Thursday that their profession can never be used... Read more
How Catholics brought women's equality to a Cameroon clan
A region of Cameroon that traditionally believed women to have no value now sees them as equal to men, thanks... Read more
Being 'merciful like the Father' isn't a slogan – it's a way of life, Pope says
On Wednesday, Pope Francis reflected on the theme of the Jubilee of Mercy, “Merciful like the Father,” telling pilgrims that... Read more
Pope Francis condemns 'inexcusable violence' in murder of Mexican priests
After hearing of the murder of two priests in Mexico, Pope Francis sent a telegram to the country’s bishops condemning... Read more
Peace requires us to do more than 'change the channel,' Pope Francis says
While in Assisi for an interreligious prayer gathering, Pope Francis cautioned against an indifference that ignores the suffering of others... Read more
