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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Respect creation – this is a must for every single Christian, Pope Francis says
Pope Francis used Sunday's feast of Pentecost – the descent of the Holy Spirit – as an occasion to remind... Read more
Pope: Oscar Romero was a martyr who fought violence with love
On the day of Oscar Romero’s beatification in San Salvador, Pope Francis sent a letter to the current archbishop, praising... Read more
Pope's visit to Vatican departments a 'beautiful experience,' official says
On Friday Pope Francis began making stops at different departments of the Roman Curia – the first in series of... Read more
Pope Francis to parents: Come out of 'exile' and educate your children
In his general audience Pope Francis spoke of the essential role parents play in educating their children – a role... Read more
Pope Francis: Are you ready for your final goodbye?
In his homily Tuesday Pope Francis focused on many different “goodbyes” that happen during life, and asked whether attendees were... Read more
Beware of 'white-gloved' terrorism, Pope tells Middle East nuns
One day after canonizing the first two Palestinian saints since the early days of Christianity, Pope Francis met with a... Read more
Pope appeals for peace in Burundi
On Sunday morning, Pope Francis called for prayers for the people of Burundi, where violent clashes have broken out following... Read more
Pope Francis shares the secret of the saints: life in Christ's love
Pope Francis canonized the Church’s four newest saints on Sunday, praising their loving witness to Jesus Christ’s Resurrection. Read more
Justice and truth are the keys to peace in Central African Republic, Pope says
Pope Francis' address to the bishops of the Central African Republic on Friday focused on the Church's role in fostering... Read more
Pope Francis: Fear and joylessness are signs of bad spiritual health
In his daily homily on Friday Pope Francis said that Christian communities become “sick” when they live in fear and... Read more
Christian marriage – it's 'demanding but magnificent,' Pope says
In his audience closing out the Togolese bishops’ ad Limina visit to Rome, Pope Francis on Monday encouraged solid faith... Read more
When was the last time you said 'thank you' and 'I'm sorry?' Pope asks
In his general audience Pope Francis focused on the concrete challenges families face in daily life, and said that simply... Read more
You are not just aid workers – you are witnesses to Christ, Pope tells Caritas
On Tuesday Pope Francis told global representatives of Caritas International that true service is about welcoming God and others, and... Read more
Pope Francis: Spare no effort in defending life, family
In his meeting on Saturday with the bishops from Mozambique, a southeast African nation, Pope Francis urged support for public... Read more
On Monday, a little boy asked Pope Francis: 'What is peace?'
This question was part of a special question and answer session with the Bishop of Rome touching on a wide... Read more
Dates of Pope's Cuba trip announced: Sept. 19-22
Pope Francis’ historic trip to Cuba will take place Sept. 19-22, the Catholic Bishops Conference of Cuba has announced. Read more
Pope Francis: Get ready to be martyrs – even in the little things
Pope Francis centered his homily for Monday's daily Mass on the “scandal of the cross,” saying Christians should turn to... Read more
Pope's first South America stop: Ecuador's sanctuary of Divine Mercy
After arriving to Ecuador for his 10 day trip to South America, Pope Francis' first stop will be Guayaquil's Sanctuary... Read more
Pope urges bishops in African nation to oppose violence toward women
Pope Francis on Thursday encouraged Christians in the west African nation of Mali to provide a strong witness of the... Read more
Pope Francis to star athletes: Don't forget to go to Mass
On Thursday Pope Francis demonstrated his keen interest in uniting sports with faith, telling members of Italy's Lazio club not... Read more
