Vatican News
Pope Francis says he is close to ‘the dear Cuban people’ after largest protests in decades
He made the comment in his first Angelus address at the Vatican since undergoing surgery. Read more
Pope Francis to Friars Minor: Seek renewal amid declining numbers
Members of the Order of Friars Minor are meeting in Rome. Read more
Vatican abuse trial: Prosecution requests jail time for defendants
The tribunal listened to lawyers’ closing arguments. Read more
Full text: Traditionis Custodes, Pope Francis' motu proprio about Traditional Latin Mass
This is the official translation published by the Vatican of the apostolic letter issued motu proprio by Pope Francis about... Read more
Catholics react to Pope Francis’ sweeping restrictions on extraordinary form Masses
The motu proprio Traditionis custodes is provoking strong reactions. Read more
Pope Francis issues restrictions on extraordinary form Masses in new motu proprio
The motu proprio, Traditionis custodes, makes sweeping changes to Summorum Pontificum. Read more
Vatican economy council meets in person to discuss investment policy
The pandemic has increased the pressure on the Vatican’s already tight budget. Read more
Vatican’s financial watchdog highlights ‘increasing trend’ in reports to Promoter of Justice
The agency said the Vatican compared favorably to other jurisdictions. Read more
Pope Francis returns to Vatican after colon surgery
After leaving hospital, Pope Francis stopped to pray at the Basilica of St. Mary Major. Read more
Pope Francis visits children on oncology ward of Rome hospital
The ward is located on the same floor as the pope’s suite. Read more
Pope Francis prays for more than 60 people killed in Iraq COVID ward fire
The pope assured families of “his spiritual closeness to all affected.” Read more
Pope Francis names Illinois priest to lead Covington diocese in Kentucky
Bishop-elect John C. Iffert succeeds Bishop Roger J. Foys. Read more
Vatican: Pope Francis ‘continuing planned treatment’ on 10th day in hospital
A Vatican spokesman said ongoing treatment would allow him to “return to the Vatican as soon as possible.” Read more
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Pope Francis: Late Congolese cardinal was ‘a man of justice, peace, and unity’
Cardinal Laurent Monsengwo Pasinya died in France on July 11. Read more
What’s behind a false rumor about Pope Francis resigning ‘in the next few hours’?
It caused a stir on social media. Here’s where it came from. Read more
Pope Francis will stay longer in hospital, says Vatican
A Vatican spokesman said the pope would remain “a few more days.” Read more
Pope Francis prays the Angelus from his hospital balcony
In his first appearance after having intestinal surgery, Pope Francis prayed the Angelus from the balcony of the hospital where... Read more
Pope Francis and children in hospital exchange greetings
During his hospitalization, Pope Francis has exchanged affectionate messages with the young patients in the nearby pediatric oncology and children’s... Read more
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Could Hungary find an unexpected ally in the Holy See?
The country is under fire for a new law touching on homosexuality. Read more
Pope Francis says Christ is an example for South Sudan’s leaders as nation marks 10th anniversary
South Sudan was founded on July 9, 2011. Read more
