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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Don't waste your life seeking 'empty thrills', Pope tells youth
For young people who have given up on life, or who waste their existence seeking out “empty thrills,” Pope Francis... Read more
The humble speak for God, Pope says at Czestochowa
Those who embrace their own littleness become the “spokespersons” of God, Pope Francis said during Mass at the shrine of... Read more
In first balcony talk, Pope tells youth to 'make chaos'
On his first night in Krakow Pope Francis was already stirring things up with participants in WYD by hosting an... Read more
What Pope Francis told young immigrants in Texas
As thousands of youth gather in Krakow this week for World Youth Day with Pope Francis, hundreds of undocumented immigrants... Read more
Nun who escaped with her life talks about ISIS attack in France
Sister Danielle, one of the religious who was held hostage by ISIS at a church in France, was able to... Read more
Francis to Polish leaders: Remember the past, but look to the future
After landing in Krakow on Wednesday, Pope Francis told Polish leaders to take a look at their history and use... Read more
En route to Krakow, Pope says world is at war, but it's not a war of religions
On the flight to Poland for World Youth Day, Pope Francis on Wednesday responded to recent violence across the globe... Read more
Pope Francis to pray at John Paul II's tomb with kids who have cancer
Before taking off for WYD in Krakow, Pope Francis will pray at the tomb of St. John Paul II alongside... Read more
Pope Francis goes to Krakow tomorrow – here's what to watch for
Many special moments are anticipated during Pope Francis' visit to Poland this week for World Youth Day, especially considering his... Read more
Pope condemns 'absurd violence' after priest is killed in French church
Pope Francis has decried the “absurd violence” which has left an elderly priest dead after his church in northern France... Read more
For youth in Krakow, seeing Pope Francis will be 'out of this world'
As thousands of youth are setting foot in Krakow for World Youth Day, many voiced their excitement not only to... Read more
Pope prays for pilgrims en route to Krakow for WYD
Pope Francis has asked for prayers as he, and all the pilgrims attending this year's World Youth Day, prepare to... Read more
Pope responds to violence in Munich and Kabul with call for more prayer
On Sunday, Pope Francis responded to recent acts of violence in Germany and Afghanistan, expressing his closeness to the families... Read more
Pope shakes up cloisters with new norms focused on prayer, centralization
Amid modern challenges emerging from a culture which provides increasingly easier access to outside distractions, Pope Francis has issued new... Read more
Mary Magdalene – 'Apostle to the Apostles' – gets upgraded feast day
Faithful to the wish of Pope Francis, a new decree has bumped the liturgical celebration honoring St. Mary Magdalene from... Read more
Pope Francis to meet Holocaust survivors during Auschwitz visit
Though rumors have been floating for some time, the Vatican confirmed that the Pope will meet with 10 Holocaust survivors... Read more
Pope Francis is ready for World Youth Day – are you?
Even though World Youth Day doesn't start until next week, thousands of pilgrims from throughout the world are already descending... Read more
Pope Francis marries young deaf couple at Casa Santa Marta
Pope Francis does not ordinarily celebrate the Sacrament of Matrimony. But on July 9, he made an exception for a... Read more
Inspired by Pope Francis, California legal clinic offers free services
Free legal counsel and advice may sound too good to be true, but in the Diocese of Oakland, it’s a... Read more
Pope leads prayers for victims of Nice attack
On Sunday, Pope Francis led the crowds in St. Peter's Square in prayers for the victims of Thursday's attack in... Read more
