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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Pope Francis’ grandfatherly advice
During his papacy, Pope Francis shared advice and bits of practical wisdom on how to get along with one another,... Read more
Cardinal Goh: Pope Francis was dedicated to leading Church’s ‘new evangelization’
Cardinal William Goh said the Archdiocese of Singapore swiftly organized the Tuesday afternoon memorial Mass held in the Cathedral of... Read more
From sede vacante to conclave: Key terms to know at the start of a papal transition
Here are some of the key words and phrases that will be used throughout the interregnum, especially the conclave to... Read more
The final hours of Pope Francis: ‘Thank you for bringing me back to the Square’
In the wake of his death, the Vatican released further details on Tuesday about the Pope Francis’ final hours. Read more
Pope Francis in his own words: 12 key quotes that defined his 12-year pontificate
His words often focused on the dignity of the poor, migrants, refugees, and the elderly as well as the importance... Read more
Earth Day: 10 quotes from Pope Francis on creation, care for the environment
In remembrance of Pope Francis’ message urging the faithful to protect the environment and to celebrate Earth Day, here are... Read more
Remembering Pope Francis’ 2015 visit to the United States
Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88, visited the United States just once, nearly 10... Read more
Vatican releases first photos of Pope Francis after his death
The photos show the pope dressed in red vestments and lying in a simple wooden coffin inside the chapel of... Read more
Pope Francis to be buried at St. Mary Major Basilica following Saturday funeral
In accordance with his personal wishes, Pope Francis will not be buried in the Vatican grottoes but instead at the... Read more
Who is Cardinal Farrell, the camerlengo and a key figure in the papal transition?
Cardinal Kevin Farrell is a key figure in the papal succession because of his appointment in 2019 as the camerlengo... Read more
Pope Francis’ death: Vatican holds first step in papal funeral rites
Cardinal Kevin Farrell presided over the rite in the chapel of Pope Francis’ Vatican residence, the Casa Santa Marta, just... Read more
PHOTOS: Thousands gather for rosary in St. Peter’s Square after death of Pope Francis
Thousands of Catholics gathered together in prayer for the Holy Father, who passed away at age 88 due to complications... Read more
U.S bishops mourn Pope Francis’ death, recall his ‘pastoral’ legacy
Archbishop Timothy Broglio, president of the USCCB, remembered Pope Francis “for his outreach to those on the margins of the... Read more
FULL TEXT: Here is Pope Francis’ testament
The Vatican has released the testament of Pope Francis. Read more
Vatican releases Pope Francis’ cause of death
The Holy See on Monday evening released the death certificate detailing the cause of death of Pope Francis, who died... Read more
World leaders mourn Pope Francis, praise his legacy
World leaders from around the globe released statements of mourning and remembrance in response to the death of Pope Francis,... Read more
CNA explains: What happens to Pope Francis’ remains after death?
In the Ordo Exsequiarum Romani Pontificis, the process is divided into three steps, called “stations.” Read more
‘A pope of mercy’: Priests from around the world mourn Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square
Pope Francis passed away at 7:35 a.m. local time on Easter Monday, April 21, at his residence in the Vatican’s... Read more
Pope Francis has died. What happens next?
With the death of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church has entered the sede vacante period. What happens next? Read more
Pope Francis: The pope of the peripheries who shook up the Church
The first Latin American and Jesuit pope was determined to lead a more welcoming, pastoral, and merciful Church outward to... Read more
