Pope Francis Latest News

These are the latest news about Pope Francis, the Vatican, and the Catholic Church, provided by the Vatican staff of Catholic News Agency, a service of EWTN News.

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Pope Francis at a Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square June 22, 2016.

Pope on Easter: The Resurrection is more than a party – it’s the source of eternal life

Apr 16, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis reminded Christians on Easter Sunday that the Resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith – and that even... Read more

Pope Francis lighting the Easter candle before the entrance procession of the Easter Vigil Mass in St. Peter's Basilica on April 4, 2015.

Christ renews a weary humanity, Pope Francis says at Easter Vigil

Apr 15, 2017

By Elise Harris

During Easter Vigil at the Vatican Pope Francis noted that many people today mirror the sadness and grief of the... Read more

Pope Francis leads prayers for the Way of the Cross at Rome's Colosseum, April 14,  2017.

Pope Francis reflects on sin, Christ's mercy at Stations of the Cross

Apr 14, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis presided over the Stations of the Cross at Rome’s Colosseum on Good Friday, asking Christ’s forgiveness for the... Read more

Pope Francis prostrates himself before the altar of St. Peter's Basilica at the opening of the Good Friday liturgy, March 25, 2016.

Good Friday papal preacher: In a changing world, the cross remains the same

Apr 14, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

Even as sinful people in a society filled with violence and increasing secularism, we have hope because Christ's cross perdures,... Read more

Pope Francis with Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI at the Monastery of Mater Ecclesiae in Vatican City on June 30, 2015.

Why did Pope Francis visit Benedict XVI? To say happy birthday!

Apr 13, 2017

Early Easter greetings and birthday wishes were the reason for Pope Francis’ visit with Pope emeritus Benedict XVI on Wednesday.  Read more

Pope Francis kisses the feet of an inmate at Paliano prison during Holy Thursday Mass April 13.

You can show God's love even behind bars, Pope Francis tells inmates

Apr 13, 2017

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis spent Holy Thursday washing the feet of inmates, telling them in a brief homily that God is someone... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims during his March 11, 2015 general audience in St. Peter's Square.

In new interview, Pope says to never give up hope for conversion

Apr 13, 2017

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis has given an interview ahead of his Holy Thursday visit to a prison, warning, among other things, against... Read more

Pope Francis celebrates Chrism Mass in St. Peters Basilica April 13 2017.

The Gospel is never gloomy, but joyful, Pope tells priests

Apr 13, 2017

By Elise Harris

During his annual Chrism Mass for Holy Week Pope Francis told priests to always convey the truth and mercy of... Read more

Pope Francis waves to pilgrims during his April 12, 2017, general audience in St. Peter's Square.

Pope Francis: we find hope in embracing our crosses with love

Apr 12, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

As the Church this week reflects on Jesus’ crucifixion and death, Pope Francis said that it is the cross that... Read more

Priest collar.

Pope Francis dismisses from clerical state priest who stole $300k

Apr 12, 2017

Pope Francis has dismissed a New Hampshire priest from the clerical state, after the priest was convicted of stealing some... Read more

Blessed Francisco and Jacinta Marto.

Consistory announced to approve Fatima children's canonization

Apr 11, 2017

Pope Francis will hold an ordinary public consistory on April 20, where the cardinals of the Church are expected to... Read more

Pope Francis meets with the community of Rome's Bambino Gesu Pediatric Hospital at the Vatican's Paul VI Hall, Dec. 15, 2016.

Love is the best medicine, Pope Francis tells pediatric patients

Apr 11, 2017

The caresses born of love are the most important medicine, Pope Francis told a group of patients, families, and doctors... Read more

Pope Francis arrives in St. Peters Square for the general audience Sept. 21 2016.

Despite deadly attacks, Pope Francis will still go to Egypt

Apr 10, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

The Vatican confirmed Monday that Pope Francis' trip to Egypt at the end of the month will go on as... Read more

The new laundromat organized by the papal charities office and the Community of Sant'Egidio.

'Pope Francis laundry' service opens for homeless in Rome

Apr 10, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

On Monday the latest Pope Francis-inspired initiative for the poor opened up in Rome – a new laundromat, with washing,... Read more

Pope Francis at The Liturgy of the Lord's Passion at St. Peter's Basilica on April 3, 2015.

Pope prays for victims of attack on church in Egypt

Apr 9, 2017

By Elise Harris

After a bomb blast killed nearly 30 people during Palm Sunday celebrations in Egypt, Pope Francis voiced his closeness to... Read more

Pope Francis blesses palms during Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square April 9, 2017.

This Holy Week, look for Jesus in those who suffer, Pope says

Apr 9, 2017

By Elise Harris

On Palm Sunday Pope Francis said that as Holy Week begins, we should contemplate not only the glory with which... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to young people at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome.

Pope to youth: The Church needs to hear your voice

Apr 8, 2017

By Elise Harris

On Saturday Pope Francis held a special prayer vigil in anticipation of WYD and the 2018 Synod of Bishops, telling... Read more

Pope Francis on the papal flight from Rome, Italy to Quito, Ecuador on July 5, 2015.

Pope Francis: Stop using the word 'illegal' as a synonym for 'immigrant'

Apr 7, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis said Friday that when it comes to solving the immigration crisis, the media need to stop perpetuating negative... Read more

Pope Francis arrives at Rebibbia prison in Rome for the Holy Thursday Mass, April 2, 2015.

Pope Francis will visit a prison on Holy Thursday

Apr 6, 2017

This Holy Thursday, Pope Francis will wash the feet of prison inmates and say Mass at their penitentiary.  Read more

Youth at World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland, July 2016.

Pope Francis challenges young people in April prayer video

Apr 5, 2017

By Hannah Brockhaus

Young people are the subject of Pope Francis’ universal prayer intention for April, and in his prayer video presenting the... Read more