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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Analysis: Did Cardinal O’Malley open a door to papal criticism from US bishops?
It is no secret that the pontificate of Pope Francis has been a challenge for Church leaders to navigate, and... Read more
Full text of Pope Francis’ in-flight press conference from Peru
In a conversation with journalists on his return flight from Peru to Rome on Sunday, Pope Francis discussed the people... Read more
Pope Francis: Final verdict on Sodalitium founder likely 'unfavorable'
On board the papal flight from Lima to Rome, Pope Francis said a final Vatican verdict on the founder of... Read more
Francis says comments on sexual abuse in Chile were 'not the best'
Aboard the papal plane from Lima to Rome Sunday, Pope Francis said that comments made to Chilean journalists Jan. 18... Read more
Pope in Peru: 'Be the saints of the 21st century'
On his last day in Peru, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to imitate Jesus, who embraces the poor and suffering, and... Read more
Don't 'photoshop' your heart – be who you are, Pope tells young Peruvians
On Sunday Pope Francis told Peruvian youth that Jesus doesn't want disciples who have been “photoshopped” to perfection, but like... Read more
The Church needs you, Francis tells contemplative sisters in Peru
Speaking to contemplative women religious Sunday, Pope Francis said that they aren’t second-class, but a necessary part of the Church,... Read more
Cardinal O’Malley: Pope’s words 'a source of great pain' for abuse survivors
The chairman of the Vatican’s commission on sexual abuse has said that recent comments from Pope Francis were painful and... Read more
Fight 'scourge' of violence against women, Pope says at Marian celebration
If we’re confused, facing difficulties, or struggling with sin, we can look to Mary to help guide us to the... Read more
Do not become 'professionals of the sacred,' Pope tells Peruvian priests, religious
Pope Francis met with Peruvian priests and religious Saturday, telling them that a sense of humor is a good remedy... Read more
When storms come, have faith in Jesus, Pope tells Catholics in Peru
In a homily Saturday, Pope Francis spoke about the natural disasters Peru experienced over the last year, praising the way... Read more
Pope says accusations against Chilean bishop are 'calumny'
At the end of his three-day visit to Chile, Pope Francis came to the defense of a controversial bishop, saying... Read more
Pope stops popemobile to help police officer thrown from horse
Pope Francis stopped the ‘popemobile’ today in the streets of Iquique, Chile today, after seeing a police officer thrown from... Read more
Indigenous Peruvian seminarian eager to see Pope Francis
Demetrio Sanchez, a 20-year-old indigenous Peruvian seminarian, is eager to see Pope Francis when he visits Puerto Maldonado on Thursday. Read more
Pope Francis in Chile: Don’t water down the joy of faith
At Mass in Iquique Thursday morning, Pope Francis drew attention to the care Mary shows at the Wedding at Cana,... Read more
Love is in the air: Pope marries couple mid-flight during Chile visit
In his five years in office, Pope Francis has gained a reputation for embracing spontaneity. Today, he did it again... Read more
Faith is an adventure, Pope Francis tells Chilean youth
In a meeting with youth during his second full day in Chile, Pope Francis said that faith is a grand... Read more
Pope appeals for unity, non-violence in Chile's torn Mapuche zone
On Wednesday, Pope Francis celebrated Mass in Chile's largely indigenous Araucania region, long divided by violent conflict. He stressed the... Read more
Pope Francis meets with sex abuse victims in Chile
Pope Francis met privately on Tuesday with 6 victims of sexual abuse committed by priests in Chile, the papal spokesman... Read more
Pope Francis’ Chile visit revives allegations against bishop
As Pope Francis began his visit to Chile, a Vatican spokesman has voiced “maximum respect” for the rights of protesters... Read more
