Vatican News
Next Pope can still be 'Pontifex' on Twitter
The Vatican has dispelled claims that Pope Benedict XVI's “Pontifex” Twitter account will be shut down permanently, clarifying that it... Read more
Pope Benedict chooses his new wardrobe
Pope Benedict has decided what he will wear once he is no longer Pope – a simple white cassock, and... Read more
Pope Benedict's new name revealed
The Holy See press office revealed today that Pope Benedict XVI will retain his papal name but will be called... Read more
Pope Benedict allows earlier conclave, extends secrecy oath
Pope Benedict XVI has changed Church law allowing cardinals to vote earlier for the new Pope, provided that they are... Read more
Cardinal Bertone calls contemplatives to pray for conclave
The Vatican Secretary of State has written to the world’s nuns and monks to ask for their prayers for the... Read more
Conclave expected between March 9 and 11
The conclave to choose the next Pope will likely begin between March 9th and 11th. Read more
Pope will change rule for conclave date tomorrow
Pope Benedict XVI will issue a motu proprio on Feb. 25, clearing the way for the College of Cardinals to... Read more
The 'strictest' secrecy: a look at how conclaves work
Pope Benedict XVI's successor will soon be elected during a conclave, a secret vote of cardinals that will occur in... Read more
Pope Benedict says he is not 'abandoning the Church'
Around 120,000 pilgrims heard Pope Benedict XVI deliver his last Angelus address, in which he said that “the Lord called... Read more
Vatican slams media for trying to influence papal vote
As the conclave to elect a new Pope approaches, the media has ramped up its speculation about why the Pope... Read more
Pope spends final retreat exploring truth, beauty connection
Benedict XVI finished his final Lenten spiritual exercises as Pope by thanking his collaborators for support and help these last... Read more
Castel Gandolfo prepares to receive first retired Pope
Residents of the town that is home to the Pope’s summer residence say they are happy Pope Benedict is returning... Read more
John Paul II's canonization progress remains confidential
The Vatican’s continuing work on Blessed John Paul II’s cause for sainthood cannot currently be made public, said the prefect... Read more
Vatican official: prepare for resignation with spiritual growth, not division
At a press briefing to preview the Pope’s final events, Vatican spokesman Father Federico Lombardi said now is a time... Read more
New Pope will handle Pius X Society decision
The effort to reach an agreement between the Church and the Society of St. Pius X will be passed on... Read more
Benedict XVI's travels as pontiff spanned globe
Pope Benedict XVI's papacy continued his predecessor's worldwide travels, crisscrossing Italy and spending 100 days abroad to encourage the Catholic... Read more
Catholic leaders say Pope will be remembered for marriage defense
Two leaders from one of the world’s largest pro-life groups think Pope Benedict XVI will be remembered for defending traditional... Read more
Pope considering changes to papal election rules
Pope Benedict XVI is considering modifying the laws that govern how a Pope is elected, given the circumstances created by... Read more
Benedict XVI's crowds slightly larger than John Paul II's
The streets of Rome are beginning to fill with pilgrims coming to see Benedict XVI for one last time, bringing... Read more
Cloistered nun believes monastic life will extend Pope's reach
Pope Benedict’s decision to dedicate himself to a life of prayer will enable him to impact people who might not... Read more
