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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What does the world need? Mercy and love, Pope tells Christians
The Catholic Church shouldn’t be afraid of the great changes of the modern world, Pope Francis has said. Rather, the... Read more
'Mother of Mercy' beatification in Kenya draws tens of thousands
Massive crowds attended Saturday's beatification of early twentieth-century Italian missionary, Sister Irene Stefani, who was known as “mother of mercy”... Read more
Love requires work – not just attraction or feelings, Pope tells couples
In his weekly general audience, Pope Francis said the process of engagement is essential for any couple on their way... Read more
'Little' friars credit vocation boom to Pope's name
Gathered in Rome for their general chapter meeting, members of the Order of Friars Minor – better known as Franciscans... Read more
Think you're important because you have money? Think again, Pope says
In his homily Tuesday Pope Francis cautioned against the “counter-witness” of those who seek to follow both Jesus and worldly... Read more
What does Pope Francis miss most? Walking in the streets, eating pizza at restaurants
In a recent interview with an Argentine newspaper, Pope Francis said he misses the “tranquillity of walking in the streets”... Read more
Thousands of people are trapped in the ocean right now – here is Pope Francis' response
Pope Francis has strongly called on the international community to help the scores of migrants who are currently trapped after... Read more
Respect creation – this is a must for every single Christian, Pope Francis says
Pope Francis used Sunday's feast of Pentecost – the descent of the Holy Spirit – as an occasion to remind... Read more
Pope: Oscar Romero was a martyr who fought violence with love
On the day of Oscar Romero’s beatification in San Salvador, Pope Francis sent a letter to the current archbishop, praising... Read more
Pope's visit to Vatican departments a 'beautiful experience,' official says
On Friday Pope Francis began making stops at different departments of the Roman Curia – the first in series of... Read more
Pope Francis to parents: Come out of 'exile' and educate your children
In his general audience Pope Francis spoke of the essential role parents play in educating their children – a role... Read more
Pope Francis: Are you ready for your final goodbye?
In his homily Tuesday Pope Francis focused on many different “goodbyes” that happen during life, and asked whether attendees were... Read more
Beware of 'white-gloved' terrorism, Pope tells Middle East nuns
One day after canonizing the first two Palestinian saints since the early days of Christianity, Pope Francis met with a... Read more
Pope appeals for peace in Burundi
On Sunday morning, Pope Francis called for prayers for the people of Burundi, where violent clashes have broken out following... Read more
Pope Francis shares the secret of the saints: life in Christ's love
Pope Francis canonized the Church’s four newest saints on Sunday, praising their loving witness to Jesus Christ’s Resurrection. Read more
Justice and truth are the keys to peace in Central African Republic, Pope says
Pope Francis' address to the bishops of the Central African Republic on Friday focused on the Church's role in fostering... Read more
Pope Francis: Fear and joylessness are signs of bad spiritual health
In his daily homily on Friday Pope Francis said that Christian communities become “sick” when they live in fear and... Read more
Christian marriage – it's 'demanding but magnificent,' Pope says
In his audience closing out the Togolese bishops’ ad Limina visit to Rome, Pope Francis on Monday encouraged solid faith... Read more
When was the last time you said 'thank you' and 'I'm sorry?' Pope asks
In his general audience Pope Francis focused on the concrete challenges families face in daily life, and said that simply... Read more
You are not just aid workers – you are witnesses to Christ, Pope tells Caritas
On Tuesday Pope Francis told global representatives of Caritas International that true service is about welcoming God and others, and... Read more
