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 calls family of US journalist James Foley
Pope Francis has called the family of U.S. journalist James Foley, who was beheaded by ISIS militants earlier this week,... Read more
Pope Francis visits Benedict XVI before trips, archbishop reveals
Before any international trip Pope Francis visits Benedict XVI, a key Vatican archbishop revealed, noting the good relations between the... Read more
Full transcript of Pope's in-flight interview from Korea
Speaking to journalists aboard the Aug. 18 flight to Italy from South Korea, Pope Francis said he supports international intervention... Read more
Pope Francis backs intervention in Iraq to stop 'aggressor'
Pope Francis supports international intervention in Iraq and is willing to go to there personally if it will help end... Read more
Korean nuns voice joy, gratitude for audience with Pope
Two Korean nuns have expressed their excitement at having participated in an audience with Pope Francis, stating that his words... Read more
Papal visit to Korea focuses on theme of reconciliation
Calls for peace and reconciliation dominated Pope Francis’ historic apostolic visit to South Korea, which concluded as the Pope boarded... Read more
Korean Church has revitalized my faith, Filipino youth reflects
At the conclusion of the 6th Asian Youth Day, a young Filipino pilgrim stated that the greatest thing he will... Read more
Taiwan pilgrims: Pope not just for Catholics, but for the world
A group of pilgrims who traveled from Taiwan to participate in events surrounding Pope Francis’ visit have expressed their joy... Read more
'Asian youth, wake up!' Church needs your witness, Pope says
Addressing thousands of young people from across Asia, Pope Francis emphasized the urgent need to “wake up” and spread Christ’s... Read more
Koreans electric with joy over visit of Pope Francis
Pope Francis has received a warm welcome from the Korean people, many of whom praise him for his acts of... Read more
Only a joyful witness will attract, Pope tells religious
Addressing the religious communities of Korea, Pope Francis urged a deep reliance on the mercy of God and a focus... Read more
Pope beatifies 124 Korean martyrs, praising their witness to Christ
Pope Francis on Saturday beatified Korean martyrs Paul Yun Ji-chung and 123 companions, praising their “great sacrifices” and their call... Read more
Pope to Asian youth: Are you ready to say 'yes' to Christ?
In an Aug. 15 meeting with Asian youth, Pope Francis emphasized the need to respond joyfully to God’s call in... Read more
Meeting the Pope was 'glorious,' recounts Korean altar boy
A young altar server and his sister who presented flowers to Pope Francis during the welcoming ceremony for his arrival... Read more
Korean journalist seeks to spread Pope’s message of peace
A journalist with South Korea’s leading radio and television network has voiced her joy at covering the papal visit, as... Read more
Pope greets father of youth who died but dreamed of being priest
Among the people who greeted Pope Francis at his arrival in South Korea was a father of an adolescent who... Read more
Pope Francis: Peace in Korea benefits entire world
In his first public address after arriving in South Korea, Pope Francis called government officials to work for an authentic... Read more
Do not fear the call of Jesus, Pope says in radio interview
In a 20-minute live interview on an Argentinean radio station on Aug. 8, Pope Francis encouraged young people to fearlessly... Read more
Korean faithful show God is 'alive, powerful' in Asia
The rich history of martyrdom in South Korea and the thousands of young people slated to gather this week for... Read more
Pope sends message of joy, hope to Korea before trip
Amid preparations for his trip to South Korea, Pope Francis has sent a video message greeting the people of the... Read more
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