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Pope Francis: Visiting the sick is a Christian imperative
‘How many sick and elderly people are living at home and waiting for a visit!’ Read more
Why the pope prays the Angelus publicly on Sundays
It all started more than 67 years ago. Read more
English cardinal grateful to be honored by queen in annual New Year’s list
Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald received the award for interfaith work. Read more
3 Rome events to look forward to in 2022
Despite the pandemic, the Eternal City is preparing to host several joyful events. Read more
Catholic Church in Poland plans to reach out to young people in 2022
Other priorities include helping people in need and synodal consultations. Read more
Pope Francis at the Angelus: God wants to live with us and in us
The pope was speaking at the Sunday Angelus. Read more
5 things to know about the new ministry of catechist
Did you know that some instituted catechists can celebrate ‘minor exorcisms’? Read more
Full text: Pope Francis’ Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing 2021
The pope prayed for peace in conflict zones around the world. Read more
Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing 2021: Pope Francis asks world leaders to be open to dialogue
He spoke from the central balcony overlooking a rainy St. Peter’s Square. Read more
Pope Francis to beatify ‘smiling pope’ John Paul I in September 2022
The pope who reigned for 33 days will be beatified in St. Peter’s Basilica. Read more
Vatican tightens COVID-19 rules for offices of Roman Curia
Cardinal Parolin issued a decree outlining the new measures. Read more
Pope Francis: Roman Curia needs ‘synodal conversion’
He said that Vatican officials should set an example for Catholics worldwide. Read more
Pope Francis accepts Cardinal Turkson’s resignation as head of Vatican’s social development office
The dicastery will be led for now by Canadian Cardinal Michael Czerny. Read more
Vatican reaffirms support for COVID-19 vaccines amid spread of omicron variant
It issued a statement amid global concern about the Omicron variant. Read more
Pope Francis urges European countries to take ‘shared responsibility’ for refugees and migrants
The pope made the appeal at his general audience. Read more
Pope Francis meets Metropolitan Hilarion as hopes rise for second summit with Moscow patriarch
The pope held a historic first meeting with Patriarch Kirill in 2016. Read more
Cardinal Turkson: Pope Francis will decide if I continue to lead Vatican dicastery
The Ghanaian cardinal confirmed that his five-year term is expiring. Read more
Pope Francis names new bishop for Catholic Diocese of Gaylord
Bishop-elect Jeffrey J. Walsh is a priest of the Diocese of Scranton. Read more
2022 World Peace Day message: Pope Francis calls for investment in education, not weaponry
The World Day of Peace is celebrated annually on Jan. 1. Read more
Piñatas, Posadas and other Christ-centered Mexican Christmas traditions
Here’s what happens during the 9-day Mexican Christmas tradition called ‘las Posadas.’ Read more
