Pope Francis Latest News
These are the latest news about Pope Francis, the Vatican, and the Catholic Church, provided by the Vatican staff of Catholic News Agency, a service of EWTN News.
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Pope Francis’ medical condition continues to improve, Vatican says
“Due to the complexity of the clinical picture, further days of clinical stability are needed to clarify the prognosis,” the... Read more
Pope’s letter to grieving mother revealed as jubilee audience is canceled
As Pope Francis continues his recovery from a respiratory infection, the Vatican reveals a touching letter he wrote to a... Read more
Gaza priest after speaking with Pope Francis: ‘We rejoice to hear his voice’
Father Gabriel Romanelli was able to speak with Pope Francis on Tuesday despite the fact that the pontiff remains hospitalized... Read more
Pope Francis’ early-stage kidney insufficiency ‘subsided’ on Wednesday, Vatican says
“The Holy Father's clinical condition over the past 24 hours has shown further slight improvement,” the Holy See Press Office... Read more
Pope Francis shines light on Bible’s elderly ‘pilgrims of hope’ in Wednesday catechesis
In his second catechesis since being admitted into Rome’s Gemelli Hospital nearly two weeks ago, the Holy Father reflected on ... Read more
Pope Francis creates fundraising commission to solicit Vatican donations
The commission comes as the Vatican City State and the Roman Curia continue to face budgetary and funding challenges. Read more
CNA explains: Who’s in charge of the Vatican while Pope Francis is hospitalized?
Who exactly runs the Vatican when a pope is hospitalized or unable to perform his normal duties? Read more
First Venezuelan saint: Pope Francis approves canonization of Dr. José Gregorio Hernández
The sainthood cause of Venezuelan Dr. José Gregorio Hernández has been approved by Pope Francis. Read more
Daily Holy Hour held in hospital where Pope Francis is being treated
Daily Holy Hours are bring held in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital where Pope Francis is being treated as well as at... Read more
Pope Francis continues to be in serious but stable condition, Vatican says
Pope Francis continues to be in a serious but stable condition as he concludes his 12th day in Rome's Gemelli... Read more
Pope Francis fills No. 2 position at Governorate of Vatican City State
The Vatican announced on Tuesday that Francis had appointed Archbishop Emilio Nappa and layman Giuseppe Puglisi-Alibrandi to serve as joint... Read more
This is Pope Francis’ message for Lent 2025
In his message for Lent 2025, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of living one’s life as a constant journey of... Read more
Vatican says Pope Francis shows ‘slight improvement’ on 11th day in hospital
The 88-year-old pontiff is still receiving oxygen therapy through his nose, though at a slightly reduced flow and concentration, according... Read more
Catholic bishops, faithful worldwide pray for Pope Francis amid ongoing health struggles
Over the weekend the Vatican said the Holy Father had suffered a respiratory crisis and required a blood transfusion. Read more
Daily rosary for pope’s health to begin in St. Peter’s Square
The Vatican announced Monday that cardinals will lead a nightly rosary in St. Peter’s Square for Pope Francis’ recovery, with... Read more
Analysis: Generational change in the Roman Curia and body of cardinals is coming in 2025
The Catholic Church has entered a year of sweeping changes in the Roman Curia and cardinalate both at the Vatican... Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Francis receives get-well cards, drawings from schoolchildren in Rome
The pontiff's condition “remains critical,” the Holy See Press Office says in a statement issued Sunday evening. Read more
Pope Francis ‘alert and well oriented,’ participates in Mass at hospital
The statement also said the Holy Father “continues to be alert and well oriented” and is still receiving oxygen therapy... Read more
Hospitalized pope urges deacons to selfless service as thousands gather for jubilee Mass
The message, centered on selfless service and forgiveness, emphasized three fundamental aspects of diaconal ministry: “forgiveness, selfless service, and communion.” Read more
From his Rome hospital room, Pope Francis calls for peace in Ukraine
In his Angelus message delivered from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, Pope Francis expressed gratitude to medical staff and called for prayers... Read more
