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 you need to know about part 2 of the Synod on Synodality
The second Vatican assembly for the global Synod on Synodality will kick off in October, bringing together clerics and laity... Read more
Pope Francis celebrates anniversary of his vocation to the priesthood
On Sept. 21, 1953, 71 years ago, a young Jorge Mario Bergoglio’s priestly vocation was born. Read more
Pope Francis asks cardinals to achieve ‘zero deficit’ in the Catholic Church
Pope Francis has called on cardinals to work to achieve the goal of “zero deficit” in the economy of the... Read more
Japanese sculptor, Notre Dame’s O’Regan to receive prestigious Ratzinger Prize
For the first time, a sculptor and native of Japan will be awarded the Ratzinger Prize. Read more
Pope Francis: More needs to be done to restore dignity to organized crime victims
The Holy Father insisted it is neither “possible nor tolerable” to forget the damage done to the dignity of millions... Read more
Deadly floods in Central Europe damage famous monasteries, seminary
Severe flooding across Central Europe has caused widespread damage to historic monasteries and seminaries, with over 20 deaths reported. Read more
Pope Francis says the Catholic Church is ‘more alive’ outside of Europe
In his first general audience since returning from the longest international trip of his pontificate, the pope expressed gratitude to... Read more
Pope Francis’ visit to Singapore ‘has revived the faith of our people,’ cardinal says
Cardinal William Goh, archbishop of Singapore, hailed the positive results of the recently concluded papal visit to his country. Read more
Pope Francis tells young people to prioritize the Eucharist like Carlo Acutis
“As Blessed Carlo Acutis said, the Eucharist is the highway to heaven,” the pope wrote in his message for diocesan... Read more
Pope Francis: Diverse religious identities are ‘a gift from God’
“Contemplate the diversity of your traditions as a wealth, a wealth willed by God,” the pope told young adults gathered... Read more
Bishop Álvarez chosen by Pope Francis to participate in Synod on Synodality
Exiled Nicaraguan Bishop Rolando Álvarez is slated to be among the participants in the second and last session of the... Read more
Pope’s Asia visit draws attention to Holy See’s delicate China diplomacy
As the Vatican-China deal nears renewal, Pope Francis’ Asia tour sparked debate on the future of the Holy See’s ties... Read more
Pope Francis will not go to Paris for Notre Dame cathedral reopening
On the plane back to Rome after his journey to Asia and Oceania, Pope Francis definitively ruled out visiting Paris... Read more
Pope Francis: U.S. presidential election a choice between ‘the lesser evil’
Speaking aboard the papal plane, Pope Francis encouraged U.S. Catholics to vote with their conscience in the upcoming Nov. 5... Read more
Pope Francis concludes apostolic journey with elderly and youth of Singapore
The interreligious meeting concluded his 12-day, four-country apostolic journey to Southeast Asia and Oceania. Read more
Pope Francis creates new archdiocese in Wales, appoints its first bishop
The Bishops’ Conference of England Wales welcomed the move on Thursday as a “new chapter for the Catholic community in... Read more
Pope Francis to Singapore’s Catholics: Follow St. Francis Xavier in spreading God’s love
The pontiff celebrated Mass in the Singapore National Stadium, a national landmark, on the last full day of his trip... Read more
Pope Francis praises Singapore’s spirit of progress, reminds leaders not to exclude the weak
The pope expressed his admiration for the dedication of the country’s past and present leaders to build unity amid a... Read more
Opus Dei prelate asks prayers for new statutes and to share ‘the fire of the Lord’
The prelate of Opus Dei, Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz, renewed his request for prayer for the new statutes of “the Work.” Read more
Catholic Church is in the midst of a growth spurt in Singapore
The Catholic Church in Singapore is considered one of the most dynamic and vital in Southeast Asia. Read more
