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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Is Pope Francis' Armenia visit another step toward Christian unity?
Pope Francis’ visit to Armenia is a chance to build on decades of productive ecumenical dialogue with the Armenian Apostolic... Read more
There's no excuse for it: Pope Francis on the death penalty
In a video message sent Wednesday to a gathering of advocates for abolition of the death penalty, Pope Francis welcomed... Read more
A martyr of the French revolution is almost a saint
In just two days in early September of 1792, approximately 1,200 people were slaughtered by revolutionaries in France. Read more
Pope delivers weekly catechesis alongside his 'brother' refugees
Joined closely by just over a dozen refugees at his weekly public audience, Pope Francis said that in following Jesus’... Read more
Who was Elizabeth of the Trinity? The story behind a new saint
Pope Francis acknowledged a miracle worked through the intercession of Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity, a Carmelite nun of the... Read more
A follow-up from Robert Spaemann on Amoris Laetitia
In April, Robert Spaemann, emeritus professor of philosophy at the University of Munich, attracted significant attention for an interview with... Read more
The world needs Christ more than ever, Pope Francis says
On Sunday Pope Francis said that with a growing sense of emptiness and insecurity gripping the world, Jesus Christ is... Read more
Christian persecution extends beyond genocide, Pope says
In a wide-ranging question and answer session on Saturday, Pope Francis said it is “reductionism” to describe the violence against... Read more
Pope: Authentic conversion only comes from Christ
Recognizing the needs of others is a sign of genuine conversion, which only happens when the heart is ready to... Read more
For Pope Francis, the Catholic laity can transform the world
The Church should always value the transformative power of faith-filled laity who are willing to serve the Gospel, Pope Francis... Read more
What actually makes a marriage invalid?
A virtual brouhaha erupted Thursday after Pope Francis said in unscripted remarks that “the great majority” of marriages today are... Read more
Priests in Rome get a surprise visit from Pope Francis
On Friday afternoon Pope Francis visited two communities of priests in Rome as part of his “Mercy Friday” initiative to... Read more
Vatican lends hand in welcoming new group of Syrian refugees to Rome
Since 2015, when the refugee crisis reached a fever pitch in Europe, five Syrian families fleeing civil war have found... Read more
Updated: Most marriages today are invalid, Pope Francis suggests
Pope Francis said Thursday that the great majority of sacramental marriages today are not valid, because couples do not enter... Read more
You are 'artisans of wonder,' Pope Francis tells performers
Pope Francis told a group of nearly 6,000 traveling performers that while their work is demanding and at times unstable,... Read more
How the Pope's visit to Auschwitz will shape World Youth Day
Since the very first World Youth Day in 1986, the international Catholic event has been marked by prayer, music, and... Read more
Are you 'bothered' by the cry of the poor? If so, it’s a problem, Pope says
Pope Francis said Wednesday that we must listen to the cries of the poor and needy, resisting the temptation to... Read more
Pope greets graduates of Rome course on protecting minors from abuse
The first graduates of an international diploma course on safeguarding minors received a special greeting from Pope Francis, who encouraged... Read more
Don't become immune to poverty, Pope tells UN's food agency
In a world where information is brought instantly to our fingertips, society is becoming increasingly anesthetized to the suffering brought... Read more
Pope horrified by deadly attack in Orlando
Pope Francis has offered his prayers and compassion for those affected by Saturday night's shooting at a nightclub in Orlando. Read more
