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Pope Francis speaks to journalists on his flight from Philadelphia to Rome Sept. 27, 2015.

Pope: Communion for divorced, remarried isn't the only synod issue

Sep 28, 2015

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis told journalists on board his flight to Rome that giving communion to divorced and remarried Catholics is a... Read more

Pope Francis at the World Meeting of Families Sept. 26 2015 © L'Osservatore Romano.

Pope Francis: I leave with a heart full of gratitude and hope

Sep 27, 2015

As he concluded his historic visit to the United States, Pope Francis thanked organizers and volunteers, saying that he concludes... Read more

Pope Francis at the Wednesday General Audience in St Peter's Square on May 20, 2015.

Pope makes impromptu stop at statue marking Jewish-Catholic unity

Sep 27, 2015

Pope Francis paid an unscheduled visit to St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia this afternoon to bless a statue celebrating improved... Read more

 Pope Francis celebrates the opening Mass of the 2014 Extraoridinary Synod on the Family in St. Peter's Basilica, Oct. 5, 2014.

God's love is for everyone – and it's dangerous to think otherwise, Pope says

Sep 27, 2015

At the final Mass closing out the 2015 World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia, Pope Francis warned against narrowing God’s... Read more

Pope Francis embraces a man at Curran-Fromhold Correction Facility in Philadelphia Sept. 27, 2015.

Confinement is not exclusion! Pope Francis visits with Philly inmates

Sep 27, 2015

During his visit to a Philadelphia correctional facility this morning, Pope Francis said every person is marked and bruised by... Read more

Pope Francis speaks at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia to bishops taking part in the World Meeting of Families, Sept. 27, 2015.

Help youth be brave in opting for marriage and family, Pope tells bishops

Sep 27, 2015

Pope Francis told bishops Sunday that a widespread consumerism and desire to follow new fads has rendered youth fearful of... Read more

Pope Francis in Philadelphia on Sept. 26, 2015.

Pope Francis off-the-cuff: Family is the most beautiful thing God made

Sep 26, 2015

A visibly moved Pope Francis ditched his prepared remarks in speaking to thousands of families gathered in Philadelphia Saturday night... Read more

Pope Francis greets a mother and daughter during a special meeting with sick children in New York City, Sept. 25, 2015.

The most important part of the Pope's trip is still to come

Sep 26, 2015

By Michelle La Rosa

While the Pope’s speeches to Congress and the United Nations have drawn much attention, the upcoming weekend is the main... Read more

Pope Francis delivers his address at Independence Hall, Sept. 26, 2015.

Full text of Pope Francis' religious liberty address to Hispanics

Sep 26, 2015

Pope Francis met with the Hispanic community and other immigrants at Philadelphia's Independence Hall, where the United States Declaration of... Read more

Pope Francis discusses care of the elderly with Little Sisters of the Poor at the Jeanne Jugan Residence in Washington, D.C., Sept. 23, 2015. Photo courtesy of the Little Sisters of the Poor.

Francis defended religious liberty in word and deed, Archbishop Lori says of DC visit

Sep 26, 2015

By Matt Hadro

Pope Francis’ defense of religious freedom at the White House on Wednesday was “hugely significant,” said the chair of the... Read more

Pope Francis says Mass for clergy and religious in Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Sept. 26, 2015.

Pope Francis to priests, religious: It's your job to inspire vocations

Sep 26, 2015

The Church today is called to foster among young people a sense of responsibility and enthusiasm for the Gospel mission,... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to the U.S. Congress in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 24, 2015.

Pope Francis hailed for transcending liberal/conservative divide

Sep 26, 2015

By Matt Hadro

Pope Francis rose above party politics and challenged lawmakers to a higher standard in his Thursday address to a joint... Read more

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.

Full text of Pope Francis' homily at Mass with clergy and religious

Sep 26, 2015

Pope Francis is now saying Mass at Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul for clergy and religious, and... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, Sept. 25, 2015.

How the Pope used the environment to preach to the UN

Sep 25, 2015

By Matt Hadro

Pope Francis’ appeal to the United Nations General Assembly to care for both the environment and the human person was... Read more

Pope Francis celebrates Mass at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Sept. 25, 2015.

Pope Francis to New York City: Jesus still walks our streets. Tell everyone!

Sep 25, 2015

Pope Francis on Friday had a brief, but urgent, reminder for the Catholics of New York City. They must proclaim... Read more

Pope Francis meets with schoolchildren at Our Lady, Queen of the Angels school in New York City, Sept. 25, 2015.

Never lose sight of your dreams, Pope tells Harlem schoolkids

Sep 25, 2015

When Martin Luther King, Jr. uttered his famous line “I have a dream”, he was thinking of you. Those were... Read more

Madison Square Garden prepares for the Papal Mass, Sept. 25, 2015.

Read the full text of Pope Francis' homily during Mass at Madison Square Garden

Sep 25, 2015

Pope Francis is saying Mass at Madison Square Garden in New York City, and has just delivered his homily. Please... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims at the General Audience in St. Peter's Square, Aug. 12, 2015.

Read the full text of Pope Francis' visit to a school in Harlem

Sep 25, 2015

Pope Francis visited Our Lady, Queen of the Angels school in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City on Sept.... Read more

Performing for the Pope in Philly: a chat with some of the talent

Sep 25, 2015

By Adelaide Mena

Musicians, comedians, performers and artists from the around the world are eager to reinforce the message of the family and... Read more

A giant mural of Pope Francis in New York City.

Can a giant Pope Francis mural move the hearts of New Yorkers?

Sep 25, 2015

In the heart of Manhattan, a giant mural of Pope Francis looks out over New York City, smiling and waving.... Read more