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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 in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Nov. 27, 2013

God speaks to us 'with the voice of a child,' Pope reflects

Dec 12, 2013

By Elise Harris

During his daily Mass Pope Francis reflected on how God lowers himself to converse on our level, and encouraged those... Read more

Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square before the Wednesday general audience, May 22, 2013.

Catholics joyful at Pope's 'Person of the Year' recognition

Dec 11, 2013

By Adelaide Mena

Catholics from around the U.S. have welcomed Pope Francis' selection as Time Magazine's 2013 “Person of the Year,” the third... Read more

Oreste Tornani poses in front of a grotto in Florence, Italy on Dec. 6, 2013. He met the Pope after the general audience on Nov. 20.

Man with disfigured face recalls warmth of encounter with Pope

Dec 11, 2013

Oreste Tornani, a man with a severely disfigured face who was blessed by Pope Francis at a recent General Audience,... Read more

Pope Francis gives a thumbs up to youth on July 25, 2013.

Pope Francis proclaimed TIME's 2013 'Person of the Year'

Dec 11, 2013

By Elise Harris

On this morning's episode of “Today Show” Time Magazine announced their choice of Pope Francis for the 2013 “Person of... Read more

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Mary’s 'embrace' shows unity of the Americas, says Pope

Dec 11, 2013

By Elise Harris

At the end of his general audience, Pope Francis reflected on tomorrow’s feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of... Read more

Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Nov. 27, 2013

Pope: Final Judgment brings comfort, despite our fears

Dec 11, 2013

By Elise Harris

In his general audience Pope Francis reflected that the reality of the Final Judgment allows us to trust in God... Read more

Mary Undoer of Knots card for Pope Francis.

Thousands in Argentina celebrate Mary Undoer of Knots

Dec 10, 2013

Thousands of Argentineans gathered on Dec. 8 to celebrate the 17th anniversary of the enthroning of an image of Mary... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Dec. 4, 2013.

Do not fear the tender consolation of God, Pope says

Dec 10, 2013

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis dedicated his homily this morning to discussing the consolation of God, noting that it brings hope and that... Read more

Pope Francis holds an audience in Paul VI Hall, June 7, 2013.

Columnist: Pope's words rooted in Christ, not Marx

Dec 10, 2013

Columnist Kathleen Parker has said free market-supporting conservatives are wrong to attack Pope Francis as a Marxist, saying his comments... Read more

   Pope Francis greets children as they arrive in Vatican City aboard a train during the Journey of Beauty event June 23, 2013.

Priest lauds Pope's commitment to protection of children

Dec 9, 2013

By Elise Harris

The founder of a new center aiding victims of abuse and their families praised the “courageous” actions of Pope Francis... Read more

Pope Francis lays flowers at the foot of the statue of Our Lady of Lujan on May 8, 2013.

On Marian feast, Pope Francis prays for holiness

Dec 8, 2013

On a day dedicated to celebrating the Mother of God, Pope Francis made a special trip in Rome to pray... Read more

Pope Francis touches a statue of Our Lady of Fatima at an Oct. 12 vigil in St. Peter's Square.

Pope says Mary's whole existence is 'yes' to God

Dec 8, 2013

On the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis focused his Sunday Angelus message on the importance of Mary as... Read more

Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square Oct. 2.

Pope says caring for sick brings 'the smile of God'

Dec 7, 2013

Pope Francis released his message for the World Day of the Sick Dec. 7, emphasizing the important role of hope... Read more

Pope Francis meets with members of the Dignitatis Humanae Institute on Dec. 7, 2013.

Pope: Neglect of human dignity causes 'practical atheism'

Dec 7, 2013

On Saturday afternoon Pope Francis met with members of an international organization that promotes human dignity, warning them against a... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square Dec. 4.

Pope says early Christians a model for 'digital age' Church

Dec 7, 2013

Today Pope Francis met with members of the Pontifical Council for the Laity who had gathered to discuss the theme,... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Dec. 4, 2013.

Pope Francis lauds Mandela's creation of a 'new South Africa'

Dec 6, 2013

By Elise Harris

After the death of former South African president Nelson Mandela, Pope Francis issued a letter offering condolences to his family... Read more

Mary Undoer of Knots card.

Over 10,000 youth to send birthday card to Pope Francis

Dec 6, 2013

More than 10,000 young people have signed a giant birthday card for Pope Francis, offering their prayers and well-wishes for... Read more

Pope Francis holds an audience with students from Jesuit-run schools in Italy and Albania in Paul VI Hall June 7, 2013.

Christian words without Christ bring 'madness,' says Pope

Dec 5, 2013

In his daily homily on Dec. 5, Pope Francis reflected that the words and actions of a Christian must be... Read more

Pope Francis greets a young pilgrim in St. Peter's Square before the Oct. 2, 2013 general audience.

If Pope could perform one miracle, it would be 'to heal children'

Dec 4, 2013

During a recent visit to a parish on the outskirts of Rome, Pope Francis revealed that if he had the... Read more

Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis.

Francis and Benedict linked in call for joyful priests

Dec 3, 2013

By Andrea Gagliarducci

At a presentation of a work by Benedict XVI on the priesthood, the head of the Vatican's doctrine office said... Read more