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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CNA

Pope tells Argentinians to help poor instead of coming to Rome

Mar 15, 2013

Pope Francis told the Apostolic Nuncio to Argentina to ask his countrymen not to travel to Italy for the ceremony... Read more

Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson speaks with CNA in Rome on March 15, 2013.

Pope Francis could renew Catholicism in Americas, says Knights' chief

Mar 15, 2013

By Alan Holdren

Just as Pope John Paul II influenced many in Poland, the rise of an Argentinian to the papacy is set... Read more

Andrew Vece has been Porter at the home of the Jesuits since January 2008.

Jesuit doorman surprised by Pope's phone call

Mar 15, 2013

He thought it was a joke. The young doorman at the Jesuit motherhouse in Rome never expected to receive a... Read more

Pope Francis meets with the College of Cardinals in the Clementine Hall on March 15, 2013.

Pope tells cardinals: discover new ways to evangelize

Mar 15, 2013

Pope Francis urged the College of Cardinals to courageously persevere in finding new ways to evangelize.  Read more

St. Peter's Square.

Pope media frenzy shows Church's relevance, author notes

Mar 15, 2013

The unprecedented level of media devoted to the election of Pope Francis is a clear indicator of the importance of... Read more

Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, S.J., has been elected Pope Francis.

Jesuits, Franciscans joyfully embrace new Pope

Mar 15, 2013

The Society of Jesus and Franciscans reacted with gratitude to the election of Pope Francis, who is both the first... Read more

Ambassador Jim Nicholson.

Former Vatican diplomat sees wisdom of Holy Spirit in Pope's election

Mar 14, 2013

By Carl Bunderson

Despite “seeming anomalies” in the election of Pope Francis, a former ambassador to the Vatican said that seeing the event... Read more

(L-R) Kim Daniels, Prof. Robert George, and Maureen Ferguson

Pope Francis seen as humble man who can unite, rebuild Church

Mar 14, 2013

American Catholic scholars and commentators praised Pope Francis as a spiritual leader for our times, with the ability to unify... Read more

Rally for the Pope in Denver, Colorado.

Youthful Denver rally cheers on Pope Francis

Mar 14, 2013

By Kevin J. Jones

After the election of Pope Francis, a crowd of enthusiastic young Catholics gathered in Denver Wednesday afternoon to show their... Read more

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in the Sistine Chapel on March 14, 2013.

Without Christ crucified, Church a 'pitiful' organization, Pope says

Mar 14, 2013

The day after he was elected, Pope Francis emphasized that every believer – including bishops, cardinals and Popes – must... Read more

CNA

Argentine president, bishops congratulate Pope Francis

Mar 14, 2013

Within hours of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires being elected as Pope Francis, political and religious leaders from... Read more

Fr. Federico Lombardi explains the March 13, 2013 election of Pope Francis, the choice of his name, and his first actions.

Pope Francis' personality begins to change routines

Mar 14, 2013

At the first press briefing of Pope Francis' pontificate, a more detailed picture of the new Church’s leader and some... Read more

Cardinal Timothy Dolan speaks at the North American College on March 13, 2013.

Pope Francis to cardinals: 'I hope God forgives you'

Mar 14, 2013

The newly elected Pope Francis joked with cardinals over dinner telling them he hopes God forgives them for having chosen... Read more

CNA

Pope spends half hour asking Mary for protection

Mar 14, 2013

Pope Francis made a private visit to Saint Mary Major Basilica this morning and prayed for half an hour at... Read more

Pope Francis.

Jesuit charism is to serve the Church, priest notes

Mar 14, 2013

By Carl Bunderson

A Jesuit priest expressed delight at the election of Pope Francis, who is a member of the Society of Jesus,... Read more

Knights of Columbus voice gratitude for Pope Francis

Mar 13, 2013

Prayers and best wishes are being sent from the Knights of Columbus to Pope Francis upon his election today, March... Read more

Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop Jose Gomez.

American bishops overjoyed at election of Pope Francis

Mar 13, 2013

Bishops across America voiced joy and gratitude over Pope Francis accepting his election as Bishop of Rome and Vicar of... Read more

White House, North Facade, Washington DC.

US political leaders welcome Pope Francis with joy

Mar 13, 2013

American politicians offered prayers and congratulations upon hearing the news that Cardinal Jorge Bergolio, SJ, had been elected as the... Read more

Pope Francis greets the pilgrims in St. Peter's Square and delivers his first Urbi et Orbi blessing.

New Pope lived simple life in Argentina

Mar 13, 2013

Pope Francis lives very simply, brings a pastoral approach to his ministry, and is a man of prayer, according to... Read more

Vatican press officer, Fr. Federico Lombardi.

Pope Francis to have busy schedule in coming days

Mar 13, 2013

The Vatican has announced Pope Francis' schedule for the coming days, which will begin with Mass on Thursday, March 14... Read more