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Do not justify sin by using other people, Pope warns
In his daily homily, Pope Francis spoke of the proper attitudes to have when we face difficult moments, stating that... Read more
Letters to Pope read 'with the heart,' Vatican official says
According to Vatican Radio, Pope Francis receives a few thousand letters a week, which Correspondence Director Msgr. Giuliano Gallorini notes... Read more
Pope advances the causes of eight possible Saints
During a Monday meeting with the head of the Vatican’s Congregation for the Causes of Saints, Pope Francis approved the... Read more
Pope lauds 'bravery' of those anointed by God
In his daily Mass, Pope Francis reflected on the significance of the special anointing given to priests and bishops, emphasizing... Read more
Pope, Hollande discuss positive role of religion in society
During Pope Francis’ meeting with French president Francois Hollande on Friday, the two discussed an array of topics concerning human... Read more
'Poison' of jealousy destroys communities, stresses Pope
In his daily homily Pope Francis warned against the dangers of envy, explaining that it is a sin which fosters... Read more
Media should foster culture of encounter, Pope Francis says
In his first message for World Communication Day, Pope Francis spoke of the importance of creating a culture of encounter,... Read more
Blessing of lambs a 500 year old tradition, priest reveals
Shortly before the blessing of the lambs yesterday in honor of the feast of St. Agnes, the parish priest of... Read more
Pope Francis: accept the surprises of God
In his daily homily Pope Francis reflected on the theme of Christian freedom, observing that it comes from our docility... 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
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
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
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
Pope urges Egyptian Christians to 'Be strong, do not fear!'
Pope Francis concelebrated his daily Mass this morning with the Coptic Catholic Patriarch of Alexandria, offering prayers for peace, and... Read more
Pope Francis: Kingdom of God 'comes by wisdom'
In his daily homily, Pope Francis warned against the ‘spirit of curiosity’ which can lead us away from God, stating... Read more
Baptism is a 'bath of regeneration,' says Pope
During his general audience, Pope Francis devoted his reflections to the sacrament of Baptism, stating that it opens the door... 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
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
Vatican bureaucracy can leave Popes uninformed, JPII secretary reveals
At times, Blessed Pope John Paul II was not well informed by his associates, according to Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz of... Read more
