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Former apostolic nuncio to the Dominican Republic Josef Wesolowski.

Disgraced nuncio does not have immunity, Vatican counters

Aug 25, 2014

The Vatican countered media reports that it protected a former nuncio who faces sex abuse charges through diplomatic immunity, saying... Read more

Msgr. Melchor Sanchez, undersecretary at the Pontifical Council for Culture, holds a sign with the hashtag in front of the Vatican.

Vatican lauds wide reach of #PAUSEforPeace campaign

Jul 16, 2014

In wake of the Vatican’s viral campaign urging faithful worldwide to pause for a moment of silence during the world... Read more

Józef Wesolowski, former papal nuncio to the Dominican Republic.

Vatican laicizes former nuncio to Dominican Republic

Jun 27, 2014

By Elise Harris

Following abuse accusations last fall involving the apostolic nuncio to the Dominican Republic, the Vatican has concluded the first part... Read more

Pope Francis prayes during his Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square on Oct. 2, 2013.

Peace in Middle East can flourish again, Pope assures

Jun 27, 2014

By Elise Harris

In an audience with aid organizations assisting Oriental churches, Pope Francis explained that peace is a gift from God, which... Read more

Pope Francis prays during his Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square on Oct. 2, 2013.

Peace in Middle East can flourish again, Pope assures

Jun 26, 2014

By Elise Harris

In an audience with aid organizations assisting Oriental churches, Pope Francis explained that peace is a gift from God, which... Read more

Vatican spokesman Fr. Federico Lombardi S.J. addresses journalists during a May 15, 2014 press conference.

Franciscans of the Immaculate to receive house in Rome

Jun 26, 2014

By Elise Harris

The Vatican has revealed that a house is being sought for members of the Friars of the Immaculate who study... Read more

Vatican to appoint adviser for Legionaries of Christ

Jun 26, 2014

By Elise Harris

In a statement released by Fr. Federico Lombardi S.J., the Vatican spokesman revealed that the Holy See is to appoint... Read more

St. Peters Square.

Vatican upholds nature, importance of family in UN session

Jun 25, 2014

By Elise Harris

During the 26th Session of the U.N.’s Human Rights Council, Archbishop Silvano Tomasi affirmed that the family nourished by the... Read more

A member of St. Peter's Cricket Club greets Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi during a June 23, 2014 press conference announcing their

Vatican cricket team to play Church of England in first tour

Jun 24, 2014

By Elise Harris

St. Peter’s Cricket team begins their “Light of Faith Tour” this fall, which includes a warm-up game against a team... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square for the Italian Sporting Center's celebration of sports June 7, 2014.

Pope: Fear of the Lord an alarm reminding us of what's right

Jun 11, 2014

By Elise Harris

During his general audience Pope Francis spoke on the Holy Spirit’s gift of Fear of the Lord, saying it does... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during his Wednesday General Audience on May 21, 2014.

Christianity meant to be practiced not imagined, says Pope

Jun 9, 2014

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis centered his daily homily on the Beatitudes, stating that they are Jesus’ practical guide on how to live... Read more

Pope Francis prays during his General Audience on Sept. 25, 2013.

Vatican: prayer with Abbas, Peres opening 'road to peace'

Jun 6, 2014

By Elise Harris

The Vatican has released the details for Sunday’s prayer between Pope Francis and the Israeli and Palestinian presidents, stating that... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during his Wednesday General Audience May 21, 2014.

Never forget your first love, Pope encourages priests

Jun 6, 2014

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis directed his daily homily today to his brother bishops and priests, telling them to always put love of... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on May 28, 2014

Pope Francis: Jesus intercedes for us with his wounds

Jun 3, 2014

By Elise Harris

In his daily homily Pope Francis reflected on how Jesus advocates for us in heaven, emphasizing that he does this... Read more

Faithful pray in a special event dedicated to the Virgin Mary the Vatican Gardens on May 31, 2014.

Candlelight vigil in Vatican celebrates Mary's faith, witness

Jun 1, 2014

Hundreds of clergy, religious, and laity processed through the Vatican gardens in a candlelight vigil on Saturday evening to mark the close... Read more

Fr. Federico Lombardi answers questions on the Pope's visit to the Holy Land on May 15, 2014.

Proposed Nicea ecumenical meeting 'nice' idea, Vatican spokesman says

May 31, 2014

In response to media reports that Pope Francis and Patriarch Bartholomew I will meet for an ecumenical gathering in Nicea... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims during his general audience on May 14, 2014

Christian joy is based in hope, Pope Francis reflects

May 30, 2014

By Elise Harris

In his first daily homily since returning from the Holy Land Pope Francis centered on the theme of Christian joy,... Read more

Pope Francis meets with seminarians from the Pontifical Roman universities on May 12, 2014

Holy Spirit is what keeps the Church going, Pope reflects

May 12, 2014

By Elise Harris

In his daily homily Pope Francis recalled the conversion of the first pagans to Christianity, explaining that the Holy Spirit... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims during the Wednesday General Audience on April 23, 2014

Pope Francis: gift of counsel illuminates the will of God

May 7, 2014

By Elise Harris

During his General Audience on Wednesday, Pope Francis reflected on the Holy Spirit’s gift of counsel, explaining that through it... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to pilgrims during his General Audience on September 25, 2013

Pope responds to Venezuelan peace talks invitation

Apr 11, 2014

By Elise Harris

Responding to an invitation from Venezuela's foreign affairs minister to participate in the country’s peace talks, Pope Francis sent a... Read more