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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A path toward unity: Pope Francis proposes joint Catholic-Orthodox celebration of Nicaea anniversary
The letter was delivered by Cardinal Kurt Koch during his visit to Istanbul for the patronal feast of the Orthodox... Read more
Pope Francis confirms plans to visit Turkey for historic Nicaea council anniversary
The Council of Nicaea took place in the ancient city of Nicaea in 325 A.D. in the former Roman Empire,... Read more
U.S. Secretary Blinken meets Pope Francis: Vatican talks address Middle East and Ukraine
The State Department said discussions between Blinken and the pope focused on ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine... Read more
At general audience, Pope Francis pleads for Ukraine's children
“Think of the Ukrainian children and young people who suffer at this time without heating in a very harsh winter,”... Read more
Pope Francis announces Chinese translations for weekly audiences
“Next week, with Advent, the Chinese translation will also begin here publicly,” the pope said on Nov. 27 during his... Read more
Pope Francis calls for end to use of land mines as Biden allows U.S. mines in Ukraine
“These treacherous devices continue to cause terrible suffering to civilians, especially children,” the pope said. Read more
Pope Francis: Synod on Synodality document part of magisterium, calls for implementation now
“[The final document] participates in the ordinary magisterium of the successor of Peter, and as such, I ask that it... Read more
Pope Francis denounces countries that talk about peace but make war
Francis denounced the hypocrisy of some countries “where there is much talk of peace” but “the highest yielding investments are... Read more
Here is the miracle that now paves the way for Pier Giorgio Frassati’s canonization
Pier Giorgio Frassati, who died at age 24 in 1925, is beloved by many Catholic young people today for his... Read more
Pope Francis urges marriage and family institute: Use the Gospel to spread salvation
The pope said it is necessary that the institute continues to develop a “critical understanding” of the anthropological and cultural... Read more
Pope Francis urges young Catholics to build a world rooted in Christ’s kingship
At the Vatican, Pope Francis celebrates Christ the King Sunday, urging young Catholics to embrace authentic faith and lasting Christian... Read more
Papal trip confirmed: Here is what Pope Francis will do in Corsica on Dec. 15
The journey includes Mass at Place d’Austerlitz and meetings with local clergy under Cardinal François-Xavier Bustillo. Read more
Pope Francis calls for study of Church history free from ideologies
Pope Francis has published a letter addressed especially to priests in formation to promote the renewal of the study of... Read more
Pope Francis: Desire and Christian hope can overcome ‘dangerous plague’ of nihilism
Describing nihilism as “perhaps the most dangerous plague of today’s culture,” the pope told dicastery members their institution should work... Read more
Pope Francis assigns U.S. cardinal to carry out ‘urgent’ overhaul of Vatican pension fund
In a Nov. 21 letter to cardinals, prefects, and managers in the Roman Curia, the pope underlined the gravity of... Read more
Pope Francis reads Ukrainian student’s moving testimony of faith at general audience
“Through this pain, I am learning greater love. Pain is not only a road to anger and despair; if based... Read more
Vatican simplifies funeral rite for popes
The second edition of the “Ordo Exsequiarum Romani Pontificis” (“Order of Funerals for Roman Pontiffs”) is a revision of the... Read more
‘Hope Never Disappoints’ is Holy Father’s new book for 2025 Jubilee Year
Published ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year, “Hope Never Disappoints: Pilgrims Toward a Better World” focuses on the pope’s views... Read more
Pope Francis announces 2025 canonizations for Carlo Acutis, Pier Giorgio Frassati
The surprise announcement came at the conclusion of the pope’s weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square as Francis celebrated... Read more
Pope Francis laicizes schismatic Argentine priest
Fernando María Cornet wrote a book in 2023 titled “Habemus Antipapam?” (“Do We Have an Antipope?”), Argentine newspaper La Nación... Read more
