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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Pope Francis blasts abortion, population control in new encyclical
In his new encyclical on the environment, Pope Francis slams attacks against human life such as abortion, embryonic experimentation and... Read more
Environment encyclical takes bold stance on controversial issues
In his newly released encyclical on the environment, Pope Francis did not hesitate to wade into controversial topics, making statements... Read more
Don't blame God when someone dies – trust in the resurrection, Pope says
Instead of blaming God when a parent loses a child – or vice versa – families should remember that because... Read more
Pope Francis: Receive new encyclical with 'open heart'
Speaking one day before its official release to the public, Pope Francis is asking for people to have an “open... Read more
Is climate change natural or man-induced? For Pope Francis, it’s both
One of the most challenging scientific questions Pope Francis faces in his new encyclical on creation is that of climate... Read more
Pope Francis to parents: Do you believe in the beauty of love?
In an address on Sunday, Pope Francis asked parents if they believed in the beauty of the love God gives... Read more
Caring for creation is a duty for all, Pope says ahead of encyclical launch
Pope Francis said Sunday that his coming encyclical on the care of creation is not just for some, but is... Read more
Stewardship for God's creation: the Christian landscape behind Pope Francis' new encyclical
Pope Francis’ upcoming encyclical on ecology will draw from decades of Catholic social thought on God’s creation in light of... Read more
Pope confirms plans to visit Central African Republic, Uganda in November
Pope Francis said today that he is planning to travel to Africa in November, specifically to the Central African Republic,... Read more
Airport evangelization: Pope talks mercy, migrants, ministry in the air
Pope Francis told a group of airport chaplains that their call is to be a sign of unity and mercy... Read more
Oscar-winning composer pens Mass for the Pope
The musical settings of Ennio Morricone are more likely to be heard at a movie theater than a church, but... Read more
Days before encyclical's release, Pope condemns culture of waste
After revealing that the topic of consumerism will be a key theme in his upcoming encyclical, Pope Francis today delivered... Read more
Here's what the US bishops expect from the Pope's new encyclical
With Pope Francis’ encyclical on ecology and the environment to be released next week, the U.S. bishops are reflecting on... Read more
When you care for a sick family member, you are a 'hidden hero,' Pope says
During his weekly general audience, Pope Francis lauded families for the “hidden heroism” of caring for a sick loved one. Read more
Days after Medjugorje comment, Pope downplays predictable visions
Days after declaring that a decision on the Medjugorje Marian apparitions would be coming soon, Pope Francis cautioned against basing... Read more
An altar for Pope Francis: CUA students' design to enliven DC Mass
For most graduating college seniors, the final weeks of school focus on exams, saying goodbyes and looking to their next... Read more
Pope Francis: Men and women are different for a reason
The value and beauty of marriage, based on the complementarity of man and woman, is lamentably being challenged by “gender... Read more
Pope Francis on Medjugorje: it's almost decision time
When asked by a Bosnian journalist about the status of his decision on the Marian apparitions in Medjugorje on his... Read more
Pope talks Medjugorje, coming encyclical on return from Bosnia
On his return flight from Sarajevo to Rome Pope Francis told journalists a final decision on the highly debated Mejugorje... Read more
Pope tells Bosnians to be 'tenacious' workers for peace
During his daytrip to a country still marred by the effects of a recent war, Pope Francis said peace is... Read more
