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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The sick are not merely 'objects of charity,' Pope reflects
In a meeting with an Italian organization dedicated to helping those in poor health go on pilgrimage, Pope Francis reminded... Read more
God carries our names in his heart, explains Pope
Pope Francis’ Sunday Angelus message emphasized the unique concern God has for every human person. Read more
Pope expresses solidarity with victims of Philippines typhoon
Pope Francis sent a message of prayer and encouragement to those who were affected by the huge storm that swept... Read more
Year of Faith to be marked by exposition of St. Peter relics
A Vatican official announced that in anticipation of the close of the Year of Faith, the relics of the first... Read more
Pope's words should be read in context of the Church, scholar says
In a new column for CNA, a theology professor and author says that the Pope’s recent interviews need to be... Read more
God is one who searches for the lost, Pope Francis says
In his daily homily Pope Francis reflected on the parables of the lost sheep and coin from the day’s readings,... Read more
Pope Francis hugs man with tumorous disease
At the end of the Nov. 6 general audience in St. Peter's Square, Pope Francis drew attention by warmly embracing... Read more
Musician blends Tango, classic styles in Mass composition
At a festival in Rome, an Argentinian composer noted the need for sacred music in modern society and spoke of... Read more
Pope: our strength, hope is in the mercy of God
At a special Mass honoring all of the bishops and cardinals who have died during the past year, Pope Francis... Read more
Pope calls Feast of All Saints a 'day of hope'
Pope Francis offered Mass on All Saints’ Day at a Roman cemetery, preaching on the importance of hope in Christian... Read more
Pope praises 'ridiculous' tax collector who sought Jesus
In his Angelus message to the crowds in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis praised the ‘ridiculous’ actions of Zaccheus, the... Read more
Pope prays at papal tombs on Feast of All Souls
Late Saturday afternoon Pope Francis went to the Vatican grottos to pray in private for the souls of the deceased... Read more
Knights' Pope Francis documentary to re-air on Sunday
A new documentary on Pope Francis by the Knights of Columbus, entitled “Francis: The Pope from the New World,” will... Read more
Pope Francis: Sanctity is for everyone, saints are not 'supermen'
On the Feast of All Saints, Pope Francis stressed that the saints are not “supermen” who are “born perfect,” but... Read more
Pope was concerned interview could be misunderstood, writer says
According to a Catholic writer in Italy, Pope Francis was aware that his reported words in an Oct. 1 interview... Read more
Love of God 'scorches' our selfishness, Pope says
In his general audience Pope Francis continued his reflections on the Creed, stressing the centrality of the Communion of Saints... Read more
Pope reaches 10 million followers on Twitter
Pope Francis has passed 10 million followers across nine different language accounts on the popular social media network Twitter, where... Read more
US ambassador to Vatican united with Pope in care for poor
The new United States ambassador to the Holy See revealed his shared concern with Pope Francis for those who are... Read more
Pope: Sacrament of Confession is not a 'torture chamber'
During his daily Mass Pope Francis centered his homily on the Sacrament of Reconciliation, stressing that sin is an everyday... Read more
Attachment to money is a sickness, Pope Francis says
During his daily mass homily Pope Francis warned those in attendance against the idolatry present in greedy hearts, stressing that... Read more
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