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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Faith is not a 'theory,' emphasizes Pope
Pope Francis centered his daily homily today around the importance of Christians having a living, rather than merely theoretical, faith. Read more
Pope: Our own dependence should spur empathy for weak
At a Vatican workshop addressing aging and disability, Pope Francis reminded participants that every human being is always dependent on... Read more
Pope greets 19 prisoners at St. Martha's Residence
Pope Francis set aside his schedule Wednesday to meet briefly with 19 inmates from prisons in Pisa and the island... Read more
Pope Francis urges cardinals to reflect deeply on family life
Pope Francis met briefly this morning with cardinals who had gathered for a meeting to reflect on the theme of... Read more
To know Jesus we must follow him, says Pope Francis
In his daily homily, Pope Francis spoke about the importance of Christian discipleship, emphasizing the need for Christians to follow... Read more
Pope Francis: Be courageous, go to confession
During his Wednesday audience, Pope Francis encouraged the pilgrims filling St. Peter's Square to receive the sacrament of reconciliation. Read more
Pope Francis renews Argentinean passport
Pope Francis has renewed his Argentinean passport, according to Argentina's Ministry of the Interior and Transportation, and his new documents... Read more
Pope: Word of God strengthens us in moments of temptation
Pope Francis on Feb. 18 stressed that the Word of God “opens the horizon” and saves Christians from the temptation... Read more
Be patient even in the midst of trials, Pope encourages
In his daily homily Pope Francis emphasized that God is not a “sorcerer” who does what we want, but rather... Read more
Council of cardinals begin third set of reform meetings
Meeting for the third time since its institution, the Council of Eight has reconvened in Rome to address the economic... Read more
Gossip is poisonous, insists Pope
Pope Francis’ Sunday Angelus message emphasized the importance of avoiding all forms of slander in living a Christian life. Read more
A stationary Christian has a sickness of identity, Pope reflects
In his daily homily Pope Francis addressed the identity of a Christian, saying that the faithful must “go out” and... Read more
Pope warns against a weakened faith that leads to idolatry
In his daily homily Pope Francis encouraged all present to pursue God rather than their own passions, noting how the... Read more
Pope lauds fruitful dialogue between Jews, Catholics
In an encounter with the American Jewish Committee, Pope Francis highlighted the strong unity of Jews and Catholics, stating that... Read more
Vatican analyst explores continuity of Francis, Benedict in book
Andrea Gagliarducci has co-authored a new book recalling the period of Lent between Benedict XVI’s resignation and Pope Francis’ election,... Read more
Pope Francis launches tweet to pray for Benedict XVI
On the one year anniversary of Benedict XVI’s announcement of his decision to resign from the Petrine ministry, Pope Francis... Read more
Pope: Marriage cannot be based simply on emotional satisfaction
Speaking to the Polish bishops last week, Pope Francis encouraged a stronger understanding of marriage, accompanied by a merciful attitude... Read more
Pope meets with Sri Lankans, welcomes invitation to visit
Today the Pope met with over 1,500 Sri Lankan pilgrims, assuring them of his prayers for continued peace in the... Read more
Sainthood causes of over 100 martyrs advanced by Pope
The Pope has approved the advancement of the causes for canonization of over one hundred lay Catholics persecuted for their... Read more
Pope encourages faithful to be humble disciples of Christ
In his daily Mass, Pope Francis spoke about the witness of John the Baptist from the Gospel, highlighting how the... Read more
