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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We've all got it wrong about women in the Catholic Church
When it comes to talking about women and their role in the Church, discussion tends to focus almost exclusively on... Read more
Pope: MidEast Christians reflect heroism of St. Stephen
Pope Francis has said the heroic martyrdom of St. Stephen is mirrored in the persecution of modern-day Christians, particularly in... Read more
Why I wear the habit – a nun's reflection on religious life
As Pope Francis' year dedicated to consecrated life comes to a close, one nun shared her thoughts on the how... Read more
On Christmas Day, Pope Francis prays for peace around the world
In his traditional "Urbi et Orbi" blessing Christmas Day, Pope Francis prayed that the Child Jesus, also called the Prince... Read more
Pope Francis: Want to see God this Christmas? Be humble
On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis noted how the coming of Jesus as an infant is paradoxical to the images of... Read more
Knights of Malta rebuff Vatican probe into dismissal of leader
Two days after the announcement that Pope Francis has established a group to look into the circumstances regarding the recent... Read more
Pope Francis' reform plan can be boiled down to this one thing
If there's anything Pope Francis' recent 12-point plan for the reform of the Roman Curia shows, it's that while his... Read more
Pope donates 6 million euro to Ukraine relief efforts for Christmas
After taking up a collection earlier this year to aid families affected by the ongoing crisis in Eastern Ukraine, Pope... Read more
Pope Francis lays out 12 guiding principles for reform of the Roman Curia
In a lengthy, in-depth speech to members of the Roman Curia Thursday, Pope Francis dug into what he said are... Read more
Pope Francis pardons priest tied to Vatileaks scandal
Pope Francis has officially granted clemency to Spanish priest Msgr. Lucio Angel Vallejo Balda, who had already served half of... Read more
Pope Francis pleads for end to 'homicidal madness' of terrorism
What are being called two major acts of terrorism in just the past 24 hours have prompted Pope Francis to... Read more
Homework from Pope Francis: Let your joy be contagious
Young Catholics can be a force for joy and peace, Pope Francis told an audience with Catholic Action on Monday. Read more
Amid Christmas rush, don't forget to make time for silence, Pope says
On Sunday Pope Francis said that with Christmas just around the corner, it’s important to stop and make time for... Read more
Why speak about the poor? Look to Christmas, Pope Francis says
There’s a Christmas reason to speak always about the poor and about mercy, Pope Francis told a benefit concert Saturday. Read more
Benedict XVI sends birthday wishes to Pope Francis
The Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI sent birthday greetings to Pope Francis on Saturday, Francis’ eightieth birthday. Read more
Pope marks 80th birthday with charitable giving to Rome's poor
Pope Francis kicked off his 80th birthday by having breakfast with a group of homeless from around St. Peter’s and... Read more
Pope will make two-day visit to Fatima marking apparition anniversary
Though rumors have been floating around for some time, the Vatican confirmed Saturday that Pope Francis will travel to Fatima,... Read more
What happens when you give the Pope a birthday present?
Pope Francis will receive thousands of gifts for his 80th birthday Saturday, from heads of state and the ordinary faithful. Read more
Pope Francis meets with Colombian leaders in wake of peace deal
Pope Francis met Friday morning with Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos Calderón and former president Senator Álvaro Uribe Vélez, as... Read more
Vatican police mark 200th anniversary with concert for needy children
In honor of their bicentenary, the Vatican Gendarmerie have decided to celebrate with an act of mercy: they will host... Read more
