Vatican News
Year of Faith to be marked by exposition of St. Peter relics
A Vatican official announced that in anticipation of the close of the Year of Faith, the relics of the first... Read more
Pope warns against 'unclean bread' of corruption
During his daily Mass, Pope Francis cautioned those present to be aware the dangers of bribery, stating that those who... Read more
God is one who searches for the lost, Pope Francis says
In his daily homily Pope Francis reflected on the parables of the lost sheep and coin from the day’s readings,... Read more
Centuries later, Bernini's angels captivate amid restoration
Artists restoring key sculptures in the Vatican Museums, including some by famed Italian Gian Lorenzo Bernini, stress that the figures... Read more
Themes for upcoming World Youth Days announced
Earlier today it was disclosed that Pope Francis has decided on the themes of the next three World Youth Days,... Read more
Pope Francis hugs man with tumorous disease
At the end of the Nov. 6 general audience in St. Peter's Square, Pope Francis drew attention by warmly embracing... Read more
New book aims to re-kindle biblical meditation
The American Bible Society has released a new study guide on how to pray Lectio Divina with the hope that... Read more
Charity is the 'greatest richness' of Church, says Pope
During his general audience today, Pope Francis reflected on the importance of participating in the Church’s spiritual goods in order... Read more
Pope Francis: Christians are 'called to a party'
During his daily Mass Pope Francis said that at the essence of Christianity is an invitation to the Lord’s feast,... Read more
Vatican releases preparatory document for synod on family
At a press conference Tuesday, the Vatican released the official preparatory document on the upcoming synod of bishops on the... Read more
Pope: our strength, hope is in the mercy of God
At a special Mass honoring all of the bishops and cardinals who have died during the past year, Pope Francis... Read more
Vatican rejects claims of Pope 'polling' Catholics on marriage
The director of the Holy See press office has clarified that Pope Francis has not presented a questionnaire to Catholics... Read more
Women uniquely understand 'truth of man,' philosopher says
In light of Pope Francis’ call for a deeper theology of women, a leading Italian philosopher spoke of the importance... Read more
Pope calls Feast of All Saints a 'day of hope'
Pope Francis offered Mass on All Saints’ Day at a Roman cemetery, preaching on the importance of hope in Christian... Read more
Pope praises 'ridiculous' tax collector who sought Jesus
In his Angelus message to the crowds in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis praised the ‘ridiculous’ actions of Zaccheus, the... Read more
Pope prays at papal tombs on Feast of All Souls
Late Saturday afternoon Pope Francis went to the Vatican grottos to pray in private for the souls of the deceased... Read more
Decreases in religious life could prompt canon law reform
In the context of a discussion on the exodus of religious and priests, the heads of the congregation for religious... Read more
Pope Francis: Sanctity is for everyone, saints are not 'supermen'
On the Feast of All Saints, Pope Francis stressed that the saints are not “supermen” who are “born perfect,” but... Read more
Pope was concerned interview could be misunderstood, writer says
According to a Catholic writer in Italy, Pope Francis was aware that his reported words in an Oct. 1 interview... Read more
Pope Francis: No one can be Christian without love of God
In his daily homily, Pope Francis spoke of the necessity of God’s love in order to be faithful, and encouraged... Read more
