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 to release an autobiography in the spring
HarperCollins Publishers announced Tuesday that it will publish the pope’s book, “Life, My Story Through History,” in the spring of... Read more
Pope Francis speaks with president of Iran about Israel-Hamas war
The Vatican has limited itself to confirming that the call took place at the request of the president of Iran,... Read more
In special meeting, Pope Francis talks peace, war, climate with kids from around the world
Pope Francis answered questions about war, the environment, and his daily life during an encounter with roughly 7,000 children from... Read more
Pope Francis keeps busy schedule despite feeling ‘not well’
Pope Francis is continuing to keep a full schedule even as the Holy Father said he was not feeling well... Read more
Pope Francis opens two new laundromats for the homeless
The new facilities include washers and dryers, detergent, hot showers, and a full range of personal hygiene products. Read more
Pope Francis warns against ‘duplicity of heart’ at Sunday Angelus
During the Sunday Angelus on Nov. 5, Pope Francis warned against living a double life, highlighting the dangers it presents... Read more
Pope Francis: Like Benedict XVI, be ‘humble laborers’ for the Church
Pope Francis presided at a Mass for the repose of the souls of Pope Benedict XVI and the six cardinals... Read more
Pope Francis talks Synod on Synodality and homosexuality in new interview
Asked about the synod assembly’s discussion of homosexuality, Pope Francis said: “When I say ‘everyone, everyone, everyone,’ [I’m speaking about]... Read more
Pope Francis calls for ‘paradigm shift’ in theology for world of today
Citing the need to deal with “profound cultural transformations,” the pope presented his dramatic vision for the future of Catholic... Read more
On All Saints’ Day, Pope Francis says holiness is ‘a gift and a journey’
“Holiness is a gift of God, which we’ve received at baptism. And if we let it grow, it can completely... Read more
Alleged victims of Rupnik have hopeful expectations of Pope Francis’ decision
The former religious sisters said they were “very surprised” by a statement from the Holy See that the statute of... Read more
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of November
“Your prayer gives me strength and helps me to discern and to accompany the Church, listening to the Holy Spirit,”... Read more
Here is what Pope Francis is doing for the week of All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days
At the Vatican, Pope Francis will mark this holy and significant season with prayer and two liturgies. Read more
‘You are not alone’: Pope Francis meets women who escaped the Mafia
Pope Francis on Monday encouraged a group of women who escaped criminal organizations in Italy to keep fighting despite fear... Read more
Pope at Angelus: By loving others, ‘we reflect the Father’s love like mirrors’
During his Sunday Angelus message, Pope Francis expressed that the love of God and the love of neighbor are inextricably... Read more
Pope Francis at Synod closing Mass: To reform the Church, adore God and love others
At the Synod on Synodality’s closing Mass, Pope Francis said that God’s love cannot be confined “to our own agenda.” Read more
Vatican releases Synod on Synodality report proposing larger role for laity in Church
The document proposes a “synodal Church” that implements synodality throughout Church governance, theology, mission, and discernment of doctrine. Read more
Pope Francis sends ‘blessings of strength and peace’ after shooting in Maine
Pope Francis said Saturday he is praying for strength and peace for the community of Lewiston, Maine, after the city... Read more
Pope Francis consecrates war-torn world to Virgin Mary in Eucharistic prayer vigil
Invoking the Virgin Mary as the Queen of Peace and Mother of Mercy, Pope Francis implored her in St. Peter’s... Read more
Synod on Synodality: Anticipation and tensions brew ahead of synthesis report release
The summary text will serve as a bridge between this month’s assembly and a second synodal gathering scheduled for October... Read more
