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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Without the Church, Jesus 'is at the mercy of our imagination,' Pope says
In his homily on New Year’s Day, Pope Francis said that Jesus and his mother Mary are “inseparable,” just like... Read more
In peace message, Pope takes aim at modern-day slavery
Denouncing modern slavery as a “scourge,” Pope Francis on New Year’s Day called for concrete action and the “globalization of... Read more
Pope: This New Year's, embrace gratitude, reject slavery of sin
At the year's end, Pope Francis reflected on Christ’s saving presence within time, cautioning against nostalgia for the slavery of... Read more
Saint's martyrdom strips Christmas of false 'saccharine-sweetness'
Pope Francis marked the feast day of Saint Stephen on Dec. 26, noting that the martyrdom of the early Church... Read more
The Pope's Christmas prayer – deliver children who suffer due to violence
In his Christmas “Urbi et Orbi” blessing Pope Francis prayed for all who suffer due to war and conflict, asking... Read more
Pope Francis: Christ's birth more powerful than history of sin
The birth of Jesus – a light that shattered the world's darkness on Christmas night – witnesses to God's love... Read more
You are not 'lords of the manor': Pope Francis' tough words to curia
Pope Francis issued a strong message to members of the curia this week, warning them against careerism and urging them... Read more
A Christmas with tears – Pope Francis' words to Middle East
In a Christmas message to Christians of the Middle East, Pope Francis grieved the violence that has ravaged and displaced... Read more
A sign of hope; Christmas tree illuminates St. Peter's Square
The 83-foot Italian tree in St. Peter's Square was lit for the first time this season at the unveiling of... Read more
New app takes Pope Francis' Philippines visit mobile
The new official app for the Pope’s January visit to the Philippines will help people follow the Pope’s activities and... Read more
Vatican, Pope played key role in US-Cuba prisoner release
The Vatican played a critical role behind a prisoner exchange and a groundbreaking new policy between U.S. and Cuba announced... Read more
Tea and cake for Pope Francis as he celebrates 78th birthday
Shouts of “Tanti auguri” – or, “Happy Birthday!” – filled St. Peter's Square Wednesday morning as Pope Francis circled around... Read more
An Advent gift: God's mercy in the confessional, cardinal says
As Christmas approaches, priests and penitents should remind themselves of the “miracle” of confession and how we should approach the... Read more
Pope: Mary and Joseph exemplify mission, vocation of family life
Pope Francis spoke today about Jesus’ choice to be born into a family, saying that it shows the importance of... Read more
Only a repentant heart will receive salvation, Pope Francis says
Pope Francis touched on the importance of being humble and open to the Lord's correction, encouraging the faithful to offer... Read more
Pope Francis to media: People are more valuable than 'hits'
Catholics working in media would do well to remember that communications is about informing people – not collecting “hits,” Pope... Read more
No such thing as gloomy-faced saints, Pope Francis says
Christian joy is borne out of nearness to Christ, said Pope Francis during his Angelus address for the third Sunday... Read more
St. Lucy an example of courage for all who face disabilities, Pope says
In an audience with people who are blind and visually impaired Pope Francis said that St. Lucy’s courage in facing... Read more
Knights donate $2 million to papal charities, Middle East relief
The Knights of Columbus have donated $1.6 million to the Pope’s personal charities, and are giving an additional $400,000 to... Read more
Pope pleads with Middle East churches to address crisis together
Pope Francis addressed the increasing challenges caused by violence in the Middle East with members of the Syriac Catholic Church,... Read more
