Articles by Kristina Millare
Evening pilgrims bid farewell to Pope Francis ahead of Saturday funeral
Apr 25, 2025 / 17:56 pmAmong the more than 250,000 people who made their way to the Vatican this week were the nocturnal pilgrims wanting to catch a final glimpse of Pope Francis.
Massimiliano Strappetti: The last man Pope Francis saw and thanked before his death
Apr 23, 2025 / 10:30 amBefore being appointed Pope Francis’ personal nurse in August 2022, Massimiliano Strappetti was the nursing coordinator for the Vatican’s health department.
Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome
Apr 22, 2025 / 14:37 pmSpeaking to Catholic faithful gathered inside the Manila Cathedral, Cardinal José Advíncula said Filipinos should be “filled with gratitude” for the gift of Francis’ pontificate.
Cardinal Goh: Pope Francis was dedicated to leading Church’s ‘new evangelization’
Apr 22, 2025 / 11:42 amCardinal William Goh said the Archdiocese of Singapore swiftly organized the Tuesday afternoon memorial Mass held in the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.
Pope Francis in his own words: 12 key quotes that defined his 12-year pontificate
Apr 22, 2025 / 09:00 amHis words often focused on the dignity of the poor, migrants, refugees, and the elderly as well as the importance of marriage, family life, and care for the environment.
The surprising Catholic origins of England’s hot cross bun
Apr 18, 2025 / 04:00 amThe origins of the hot cross bun traditionally made with currants, spices, flour, and eggs are closely linked to a cathedral dedicated to St. Alban.
Holy Week pilgrims in Rome take up ancient Seven Churches walks
Apr 17, 2025 / 07:00 amThe practice of church pilgrimages dates back centuries in the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis welcomes Gemelli medical teams to the Vatican, thanks them for their care
Apr 16, 2025 / 12:57 pmThe 88-year-old Holy Father greeted approximately 70 men and women representing leadership and staff from the hospital.
Pope Francis: God’s merciful love goes out in search of all those who are lost
Apr 16, 2025 / 10:13 amUsing Rembrandt’s painting “Return of the Prodigal Son” as inspiration, the Holy Father said God’s love is like that of a father who goes out in search of his lost children.
Vatican unveils new Timothy Schmalz statue ‘Be Welcoming’ in St. Peter’s Square
Apr 15, 2025 / 10:07 amThe statute depicts a man seated on a bench “who appears to be a homeless person” carrying only two possessions: a full backpack on his shoulder and a stick in one hand.
Pope Francis greets pilgrims at Palm Sunday Mass
Apr 13, 2025 / 10:50 amMarking another in a series of recent surprise public appearances, Pope Francis on Sunday briefly greeted thousands of pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square.
Pope Francis prays for victims of Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse
Apr 10, 2025 / 11:12 amAt least 200 people have been killed and more than 200 others injured after the ceiling of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Pope Francis in Wednesday catechesis: The ‘logic of merit’ does not gain us heaven
Apr 9, 2025 / 09:44 amThe 88-year-old pope emphasized that a loving relationship with God and with others is key for a happy and fulfilling life on earth and also in heaven.
Pope Francis shows slight improvements during convalescence, Vatican says
Apr 8, 2025 / 10:30 amThe Holy See Press Office told journalists during a morning press briefing on the pope’s health that the 88-year-old pontiff’s lung infection is “still ongoing though decreasing.”
Vatican, Russia discuss war in Ukraine after drone strike kills civilians in Kharkiv
Apr 4, 2025 / 11:53 amMinisters of the Vatican and the Russian government shared a phone call on Friday in which the two discussed global relations, according to the Vatican.
Pope Francis to Slovak pilgrims: ‘Bear witness joyfully to hope that does not disappoint’
Apr 4, 2025 / 11:23 am“I would very much have liked to be present with you to share this moment of faith and communion, but I am still in convalescence,” the pope’s message read.
Vatican releases document to mark 1,700th anniversary of First Council of Nicaea
Apr 3, 2025 / 13:00 pmThe International Theological Commission has published “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior: The 1,700th Anniversary of the Ecumenical Council of Nicaea.”
Cardinal Parolin holds audience with Estonia’s president at the Vatican
Apr 3, 2025 / 11:00 amDuring an April 3 audience, Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Estonia President Alar Karis expressed appreciation for “good bilateral relations” between their two states.
At Vatican conference, Catholic and Jewish scholars discuss faith as foundation for ethics
Apr 2, 2025 / 14:38 pmThe April 1–2 conference in Rome brought together Catholic and Jewish scholars from around the world to the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas.
Pope Francis: ‘God does not pass by without looking for those who are lost’
Apr 2, 2025 / 13:28 pmIn his written catechesis, the Holy Father described Jesus’ encounter with Zacchaeus as having a “special place” in his own spiritual journey.