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Pope Francis: New public associations of faithful require written Vatican approval
The decision goes into effect immediately. Read more
Theologian resigns from German ‘Synodal Way’ forum on sexual morality
Katharina Westerhorstmann, who teaches theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville’s campus in Austria, objected to ideas advanced by the forum. Read more
Pope Francis says Catholic marriage preparation is a ‘duty of justice’ in text for dioceses
The pope wrote the preface of a new Vatican document for priests working with engaged couples. Read more
Pope Francis: ‘When you are old, you are no longer in control of your body’
The 85-year-old pope noted that he needed to walk with a cane. Read more
Father Mark Lewis named rector of Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome
The Florida-born priest’s appointment follows that of Atlanta-born Father Thomas Joseph White to lead the Angelicum. Read more
Pope Francis: No Christian is exempt from aiding the poor
The pope made the remark in his message for the 2022 World Day of the Poor. Read more
The Order of Malta has a new head, but has it lost its sovereignty?
The Canadian-born lawyer Fra’ John T. Dunlap will serve as the Lieutenant of Grand Master. Read more
Pope Francis told Bishop Bätzing: We don’t need 2 Evangelical churches in Germany
The pope recalled his remark during a conversation with the editors of Jesuit journals. Read more
Pope Francis: There are many ‘restorers’ in the US who do not accept Vatican II
‘Restorationism has come to gag the Council,’ the pope said. Read more
Pope Francis: Russia’s use of mercenaries in Ukraine is ‘monstrous’
In a new interview, the pope suggested the Ukraine war was ‘perhaps somehow either provoked or not prevented.’ Read more
Rector of German Catholic seminary found dead
The Diocese of Limburg said: ‘We have lost a committed and much-appreciated pastor.’ Read more
Vatican’s financial watchdog sees rise in suspicious activity reports in 2021
ASIF received 104 suspicious activity reports in 2021, compared to 89 the year before. Read more
After postposting Africa trip, Pope Francis says: ‘We will bring Kinshasa to St. Peter’s’
The pope hopes to celebrate Mass for Rome’s Congolese community on July 3. Read more
Nigerian Catholic bishop to Irish president: Church massacre not linked to climate change
The bishop said Michael D. Higgins’ ‘reasons for this gruesome massacre are incorrect and far-fetched.’ Read more
Pope Francis won’t preside at Corpus Christi Mass and procession due to knee pain
The 85-year-old pope has made public appearances in a wheelchair since May 5. Read more
Pope Francis discusses Ukraine war with European Commission head
Ursula von der Leyen also met with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin. Read more
Pope Francis’ July trip to Africa postponed for health reasons
The pope was due to visit the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan on July 2-7. Read more
Pope Francis appoints San Diego auxiliary to lead Phoenix diocese
Bishop John P. Dolan succeeds Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. Read more
Catholic leader criticizes EU Parliament for backing motion on US abortion law
The motion secured 364 votes in favor, 154 against, and 37 abstentions. Read more
Pope Francis urges Sicily’s Catholic priests to be moral guides — but to drop the lace
Noting that he has seen photos from Masses in Sicily, the pope appeared to comment on the use of lace... Read more
