Some bishops, including Cardinal Gerhard Müller and several bishops in Africa, have firmly denounced the Vatican’s document. Read more
“Let us remain vigilant against rigid ideological positions that often ... separate us from reality and prevent us from moving... Read more
Some bishops are welcoming the news, some are approaching it with caution, while others are outright refusing to implement it. Read more
Here’s a timeline of how the controversy over same-sex blessings has unfolded. Read more
Nonliturgical blessings can be a sign of a person seeking God, not a validation of their lifestyle, the new document... Read more
Pope Francis met with children and families who are assisted by the Vatican’s Santa Marta Pediatric Dispensary on Sunday morning,... Read more
Pope Francis reflected on St. John the Baptist, who teaches us that “only in God do we find the light... Read more
The Latin Patriarch in Jerusalem reported that two women were shot by the IDF on Dec. 16. Read more
As the 266th successor of St. Peter to the papacy, Francis will be the oldest bishop of Rome since Pope... Read more
Five other defendants in the "Trial of the Century" received similar sentences. Read more
The shutdown, which must take place within one year, is “due to serious problems concerning the exercise of authority and... Read more
Catholic Church teaching on “reverence for the body” must still be at the center of any decisions related to a... Read more
The pope emphasized that technological innovations are not neutral “but subject to cultural influences” and that caution must be exercised. Read more
In a decree signed Dec. 14, Pope Francis authorized the beatification of Ana de Lobera y Torres, better known by... Read more
Pope Francis has said that he wants to be buried in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome because... Read more
The possible ordination of women to the diaconate is among the “matters of great relevance” that synod delegates in October... Read more
Pope Francis received in an audience on Monday the members of the Office of the Auditor General. Read more
Pope Francis on Monday received the prefects of the Italian Republic in the Clementine Hall of the Apostolic Palace. Read more
Pope Francis highlighted the importance of listening to God by embracing the example of John the Baptist. Read more
Father Cristiano G. Borro Barbosa, 47, will join Cardinal Seán O’Malley and four other auxiliaries as bishops of the archdiocese. Read more