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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Jesus brings us the 'new wine' of joy, Pope Francis says
In his daily homily on Friday Pope Francis discussed how the Pharisees condemned Jesus' apostles for not fasting, saying that... Read more
In rare move, Pope Francis to publicly celebrate 20 marriages
The Vatican has released the schedule of Pope Francis' main liturgical celebrations for the month of September, during which he... Read more
Pope Francis: Decadent Christians have forgotten Christ
In his daily homily on Thursday, Pope Francis spoke on the importance of having an encounter with Christ, saying without... Read more
Pope Francis is a 'son of the Church' on pro-life issues
Pope Francis has drawn praise for his firm pro-life stance as well as his approach to the topic – which... Read more
Pope Francis: the Church is a mother who guides her children
In his general audience Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the Church, turning to the aspect of her maternity, of... Read more
Christian identity comes from Holy Spirit, not 'theology degrees'
A Christian earns his ability to speak with authority from the Holy Spirit, not from a theology degree, Pope Francis... Read more
Faith is rooted in God - not human approval, Pope Francis says
Faith is not founded upon human wisdom, but on the power of God, as made manifest in the Gospel. This... Read more
Pope Francis to Iraqi priest: I'll never leave or forget you
After sending a letter to Pope Francis on the plight Iraqi refugees fleeing ISIS violence, Fr. Behnam Benoka received a... Read more
Pope: When we become worldly, we lose Christian flavor
Christians must avoid the temptation to conform to the world, Pope Francis cautioned Aug. 31, stressing that they should instead... Read more
Pakistani leader talks persecuted Christians with Pope Francis
In a brief encounter with Pope Francis following his general audience yesterday, former Pakistani minister Paul Bhatti discussed persecuted Christians... Read more
UN intervention against ISIS would fit Pope's call, scholar suggests
The Pope’s support of international action against attacks by the Islamic State should be met with United Nations intervention, one... Read more
Pope: division is among greatest sins of Christian communities
During his weekly general audience Pope Francis spoke on the unity and holiness of the Church, stating that despite the... Read more
Vatican spokesman: ISIS threat to Pope Francis unfounded
In response to rumors that the Islamic State may be targeting Pope Francis, Fr. Federico Lombardi S.J. said there is... Read more
Pope Francis' interfaith soccer match shows desire for peace
A priest and close friend of Pope Francis says the pontiff's idea for an upcoming inter-religious soccer match for peace... Read more
Pope sends letter of condolence to family of James Foley
Pope Francis sent a letter to the family of a U.S. journalist killed by ISIS last week, assuring them of... Read more
Pope Francis leaves Asian faithful energized after visit
Many across Asia from all ages and stages in life voiced their enthusiasm in seeing Pope Francis during his recent... Read more
Pope Francis challenges with question: How is your faith?
During his Angelus address Sunday Pope Francis reflected on the Gospel account of Saint Peter's recognition of Jesus as the... Read more
Pope calls family of US journalist James Foley
Pope Francis has called the family of U.S. journalist James Foley, who was beheaded by ISIS militants earlier this week,... Read more
Pope Francis visits Benedict XVI before trips, archbishop reveals
Before any international trip Pope Francis visits Benedict XVI, a key Vatican archbishop revealed, noting the good relations between the... Read more
Full transcript of Pope's in-flight interview from Korea
Speaking to journalists aboard the Aug. 18 flight to Italy from South Korea, Pope Francis said he supports international intervention... Read more
