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Pope Francis confirms strong stance against clerical abuse
Pope Francis has reaffirmed the Vatican process established by Benedict XVI for handling instances of sexual abuse by priests. Read more
Pope Francis prays at John Paul II's tomb on anniversary
Pope Francis spent a “long time” kneeling in silent prayer before the tomb of Blessed John Paul II on April... Read more
Recognize Risen Christ in those suffering autism, Vatican says
The Vatican is observing World Autism Awareness Day by calling on Christians to recognize the Risen Christ in autistic people... Read more
Roman baker sells Easter cakes to commemorate Vatican basilica
Italians are known for their food, and at Easter time one Roman baker is putting his craft on display by... Read more
Pope's election changed headlines but decisions loom
“The election of Pope Francis marked a change in the newspapers headlines regarding the Church,” according to Archbishop Lorenzo Baldisseri,... Read more
Detailed schedule of conclave released
Vatican press office director, Fr. Federico Lombardi, has revealed details of the daily schedule of the Conclave set to begin... Read more
Vatican post office sells over 150k Vacant See sets
The Vatican is now selling special stamps and envelopes that are made only when there is no Pope. Read more
Vatican official: prepare for resignation with spiritual growth, not division
At a press briefing to preview the Pope’s final events, Vatican spokesman Father Federico Lombardi said now is a time... Read more
'Your pontificate will shine like a star,' head cardinal tells Pope
Cardinal Angelo Sodano, the dean of the College of Cardinals, told Pope Benedict XVI that his pontificate will always shine... Read more
Benedict XVI plans life of prayer after retirement
After Pope Benedict XVI retires at the end of February he will dedicate himself to a life of prayer and... Read more
Vatican official rejects claims that he endorsed same-sex unions
Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Council for the Family, denounced media assertions that his recent comments show Vatican... Read more
New Vatican vocations booklet mobilizes spiritual support
The latest edition of a Vatican magazine aimed at increasing priestly vocations and encouraging the spiritual adoption of priests has... Read more
Vatican Rosary begins live broadcast
The Vatican is now broadcasting the Rosary live every weekday from St. Peter's Square. Read more
Vatican TV's new director surprised at his appointment
The new head of the Vatican Television Center says he was surprised when he was asked to lead one the... Read more
Vatican official says US pro-life marches have global impact
A top Vatican official on life issues called the protests sweeping across the U.S. this week against abortion a historic... Read more
Pope selects American priest for rare St. Peter's job
For the first time in the 21st century, Pope Benedict XVI has made an American priest a canon of St.... Read more
Pope appoints Boston priest as Vatican's abuse investigator
Pope Benedict XVI has named Boston priest Father Robert W. Oliver as the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith’s... Read more
Palestinian president thanks Pope for his support
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met Dec. 17 with the Pope and expressed his thanks for the Holy See’s support after... Read more
Small town's Christmas tree brings splendor to Vatican
A young boy named Mario had the honor of lighting a majestic Christmas tree in St. Peter's Square on the... Read more
Vatican Nativity scene will reflect southern Italy cave setting
This Christmas season visitors to St. Peter’s Square will get a chance to see a Nativity scene that is set... Read more
