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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Light of faith will illuminate the world, encyclical teaches
The theme of light is pivotal in the first Church encyclical written by “four hands.” Read more
In encyclical, Pope says 'light of faith' must transform lives
In his first encyclical, “Lumen Fidei,” or “The Light of Faith,” Pope Francis highlighted the need to let Christ’s love... Read more
Vatican archbishop: encyclical offers insight into Francis' style
A Vatican archbishop believes that the first encyclical issued by Pope Francis provides an “introduction” to the Pontiff’s teaching and... Read more
New encyclical is a spiritual 'light,' says Vatican publisher
At its title suggests, “Lumen Fidei,” – the first encyclical by Pope Francis, released July 5 – is truly a... Read more
Release of Pope Francis' first encyclical stresses beauty of faith
The first encyclical of Pope Francis – which had been started by the former Pope, Benedict XVI – has been... Read more
Pope: Christ gives us 'identity card' of freedom, salvation
During daily Mass on Thursday, Pope Francis explained that Christians are free because of Jesus, who gives them their identity... Read more
Works of mercy caress, bind Christ's wounds, Pope teaches
On the feast of Saint Thomas the Apostle, Pope Francis said that encountering Christ is done by reaching out to... Read more
Online video highlights Pope Francis' vocational path
A new animated video in 15 different languages is helping Catholics and non-Catholics learn more about Pope Francis in a... Read more
Pope will travel to Italian island to pray for immigrants
Pope Francis will travel to the southern Italian island of Lampedusa on July 8 to pray for immigrants who died... Read more
Prayer is 'negotiating with the Lord,' says Pope
At his homily for daily Mass at Saint Martha House, Pope Francis called Abraham's bargaining with the Lord for the... Read more
Pope Francis' first encyclical to be released July 5
Pope Francis’ first encyclical will be published on Friday, July 5, the Vatican has announced. Read more
Jesus does not want 'remote-controlled' Christians, Pope says
During his Sunday Angelus address to thousands of pilgrims, Pope Francis said that Jesus does not want Christians to succumb... Read more
Church praying for new archbishops, Pope affirms
Pope Francis said the Church is praying for the dozens of new archbishops whom he greeted and gave wool vestments... Read more
Pope Francis greets, bestows pallium on 34 new archbishops
At a Mass during the feast of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Francis gave a pallium to the 34 men... Read more
New Vatican Secretary of State may be appointed soon
Rumors have emerged that Archbishop Pietro Parolin, apostolic nuncio to Venezuela, will shortly be appointed as the Vatican's Secretary of... Read more
Charity's rapid growth could be due to Pope's influence
The founder of a charity that feeds nearly one million children worldwide said its rapid growth could be partly due... Read more
Pope Francis personally initiated Vatican bank commission
The appointment of a new Pontifical Commission to advise Pope Francis about the Institute for Religious Works, usually called the... Read more
Pope Francis: all men are called to the joy of fatherhood
Whether spiritual or physical, fatherhood is the calling of all men, Pope Francis said at his homily for daily Mass... Read more
Variety gives Church its richness, Pope Francis teaches
The Church is the temple of God and its many and varied members enrich it, Pope Francis taught at his... Read more
Toddler's encounter with Pope 'unforgettable,' dad says
The two year-old daughter of a Catholic News Agency bureau chief shared a brief but intimate greeting with Pope Francis... Read more
