Vatican News
Ecumenism a 'spiritual process' rooted in the Trinity, Pope says
Pope Francis met this week with members of an ecumenical delegation of Finnish Lutherans, encouraging them to work towards unity... Read more
Pope calls media workers to serve the common good
In meeting with the employees of Italy’s national broadcaster, Pope Francis stressed the importance of responsible communications rooted in truth,... Read more
Benedict XVI celebrates brother's 90th birthday with day of music
Retired pontiff Benedict XVI celebrated his brother Monsignor Georg Ratzinger's 90th birthday on Jan. 15 at the Vatican with a... Read more
The Pope 'came out to meet me', says priest who rode on popemobile
“I was in Rome to meet the Pope, but it was the Pope who came out to meet me.” This... Read more
Pope Francis warns against a 'worldly uniformity'
In his daily homily, Pope Francis cautioned the faithful not to fall into the temptation of worldliness which hardens our... Read more
Pope: Christians have not been chosen for 'small things'
In his message for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Pope Francis urged youth to listen to the call... Read more
New members of the Vatican bank cardinals' commission named
The Commission of Cardinals overseeing the Institute for the Works of Religion, or “Vatican bank”, were named on Wednesday; of... Read more
Pope Francis: scandals 'poison' and deny the 'bread of life'
In his daily homily, Pope Francis addressed the issue of various scandals that happen within the Church, emphasizing that they... Read more
Designer says it was an honor to present nativity to Pope
The man in charge of constructing this year’s nativity scene for the Vatican expressed his delight at giving to Pope... Read more
Engaged couples to meet with Pope on Valentine's Day
The Pontifical Council for the Family is promoting a special encounter between Pope Francis and couples who have been engaged,... Read more
Newly appointed Pueblo, Colo. bishop promises to give his all
Pope Francis has named the next bishop of Pueblo, Colorado: Monsignor Stephen J. Berg of Fort Worth, Texas, a trained... Read more
Pope Francis: our faith is 'not an ornament'
During his general audience, Pope Francis continued his reflections on the Sacrament of Baptism, emphasizing that we are called to... Read more
California project aiding 'motel kids' seeks global expansion
An Orange county chef who began feeding impoverished children out of his restaurant in 2005 has created a special project... Read more
Cardinal calls the word capitalism 'misleading,' urges better dialogue
Cardinal Reinhard Marx wrote an essay in the Vatican's newspaper on Pope Francis' “Evangelii gaudium,” taking capitalism to task for... Read more
John Kerry, Vatican Secretary of State hold 'positive' meeting
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal-designate Pietro Parolin met Jan. 14, focusing their discussions... Read more
Be true witnesses rather than 'pure legalists,' Pope exhorts
In his daily homily, Pope reflected on different models of Christian witness, cautioning the faithful against hypocrisy when they evangelize,... Read more
Fraternity, dialogue aid in fostering peace, Pope tells diplomats
In his annual meeting with the diplomatic corps, Pope Francis spoke to ambassadors about the importance of fostering peace through... Read more
It was a 'thrill' to perform for Pope, circus members say
During last week’s general audience, members of the circus gave a special performance for Pope Francis, saying that the exciting... Read more
Jesuit rector in Rome grateful for Pope's 'Ignatian heritage'
Pope Francis' Jesuit formation is a blessing for the whole Church, says one Society of Jesus priest who recently concelebrated... Read more
Pope Francis to cardinals: new roles are not a 'promotion'
In a letter addressed to the 19 men who will be made cardinals during a February consistory, Pope Francis said... Read more
