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Pope Francis: Conscientious objector Bl. Franz Jägerstätter an example for youth
Pope Francis on Monday invited young people to learn the story of Bl. Franz Jägerstätter, a conscientious objector who was... Read more
Are these the two women Pope Francis will appoint to the Dicastery of Bishops?
The two new female members of the Dicastery of Bishops are likely two religious sisters already well-known in the Vatican,... Read more
Pope Francis: Pray to see others as God sees them
He spoke about the Parable of the Good Samaritan and how we should treat those in need. Read more
Pope Francis implores leaders of Sri Lanka to listen to the cries of the people
“I join in the grief of the people of Sri Lanka, who continue to suffer the effects of political and... Read more
Pope Francis sends condolences to Japan after Shinzo Abe shot
“In the wake of this senseless act, [Pope Francis] prays that Japanese society will be strengthened in its historic commitment... Read more
Pope Francis says measures against sexual abuse in the Church are 'irreversible'
Pope Francis has said the Catholic Church will continue implementing measures against clerical sexual abuse, even if there may be... Read more
Pope Francis announces appointment of women to committee selecting new bishops
Pope Francis has said he would announce the appointment of two women to the Vatican committee that elects bishops. Read more
Pope Francis condemns 'senseless shooting,' calls for end of violence after July Fourth parade attack
Pope Francis has expressed shock and sadness over the mass shooting that led to the death of at least six... Read more
Pope Francis says he hopes Vatican-China deal will be renewed
Pope Francis said he hopes the Vatican’s provisional agreement with China on the appointment of Catholic bishops will be renewed... Read more
'For the moment, no. Really!' – Pope Francis dismisses resignation rumors, says health is improving
Pope Francis has said he has no plans to resign soon and that his knee injury is healing. Read more
Pope Francis condemns abortion in new comments about Roe v. Wade decision, responds to question on Communion
Pope Francis condemned abortion in new comments about the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Read more
Pope Francis: Evangelization is not ‘personal activism’ but a witness of love
In his Angelus address, the pope posed a question: “How do we bring the good news of the Gospel to... Read more
Pope Francis celebrates Mass in the Congolese rite: ‘Peace begins with us’
The pope began his homily with the word, “esengo,” which means “joy” in Lingala, the Bantu-based creole spoken in parts... Read more
Elon Musk posts photo with Pope Francis at the Vatican
The Vatican has yet to publicly acknowledge that the meeting took place. Read more
Pope Francis pens letter on liturgy after Traditionis custodes
The 15-page apostolic letter, Desiderio Desideravi, was published on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul. Read more
Pope Francis: ‘I have been able to walk for three days’
The 85-year-old pope has used a wheelchair for many of his public audiences for nearly two months. Read more
Pope Francis asks for prayers after 46 migrants found dead in Texas trailer truck
The pope expressed sorrow for the recent migrant deaths in the state of Texas and in North Africa. Read more
Pope Francis to teens: Use the summer break well
"I encourage you to use well and responsibly the time that is available to you," Pope Francis said in a... Read more
Full text: Pope Francis’ message to families at the World Meeting of Families 2022
Pope Francis read a "Missionary Sending of Families" after Mass in St. Peter's Square. Read more
Next World Meeting of Families to be held in 2028
Cardinal Kevin Farrell made the announcement at the end of Mass for the 10th World Meeting of Families, which will... Read more
