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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
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
Pope: Mary is united to Christ in the 'martyrdom' of her heart
In his weekly general audience, the Pope continued his catechesis on the Church, reflecting today on the importance of Mary... Read more
Sinners are closest to the heart of God, Pope reflects
In his daily Mass homily Pope Francis stressed that Jesus came to save sinners, emphasizing also the importance of knowing... Read more
New US ambassador to Vatican takes the helm in Rome
The recently appointed American ambassador to the Holy See presented his credentials to Pope Francis in a meeting earlier this... Read more
Do not reduce the faith to 'moralistic' ideology, Pope warns
During his daily Mass homily Pope Francis reflected on the dangers of following one's own personal, “moralistic” ideology, stressing the... Read more
John Paul II, John XXIII to be canonized Divine Mercy Sunday
The Vatican has announced that former Popes John Paul II and John XXIII are slated to be canonized this coming... Read more
Pope Francis carries forward papal commitment to peace
In calling for a day of fasting and prayer for peace on Sept. 7, Pope Francis is following a long... Read more
Pope app tops iTunes charts
A Vatican-sponsored news application for smart phones known as “The Pope App” has risen to the top of the charts... Read more
Pope says world religious leaders united by truth, beauty
Pope Francis told world religious leaders that the desire to search for truth, beauty and goodness is what keeps them... Read more
