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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Jesuits, Franciscans joyfully embrace new Pope
The Society of Jesus and Franciscans reacted with gratitude to the election of Pope Francis, who is both the first... Read more
Former Vatican diplomat sees wisdom of Holy Spirit in Pope's election
Despite “seeming anomalies” in the election of Pope Francis, a former ambassador to the Vatican said that seeing the event... Read more
Pope Francis seen as humble man who can unite, rebuild Church
American Catholic scholars and commentators praised Pope Francis as a spiritual leader for our times, with the ability to unify... Read more
Youthful Denver rally cheers on Pope Francis
After the election of Pope Francis, a crowd of enthusiastic young Catholics gathered in Denver Wednesday afternoon to show their... Read more
Without Christ crucified, Church a 'pitiful' organization, Pope says
The day after he was elected, Pope Francis emphasized that every believer – including bishops, cardinals and Popes – must... Read more
Argentine president, bishops congratulate Pope Francis
Within hours of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires being elected as Pope Francis, political and religious leaders from... Read more
Pope Francis' personality begins to change routines
At the first press briefing of Pope Francis' pontificate, a more detailed picture of the new Church’s leader and some... Read more
Pope Francis to cardinals: 'I hope God forgives you'
The newly elected Pope Francis joked with cardinals over dinner telling them he hopes God forgives them for having chosen... Read more
Pope spends half hour asking Mary for protection
Pope Francis made a private visit to Saint Mary Major Basilica this morning and prayed for half an hour at... Read more
Jesuit charism is to serve the Church, priest notes
A Jesuit priest expressed delight at the election of Pope Francis, who is a member of the Society of Jesus,... Read more
Knights of Columbus voice gratitude for Pope Francis
Prayers and best wishes are being sent from the Knights of Columbus to Pope Francis upon his election today, March... Read more
American bishops overjoyed at election of Pope Francis
Bishops across America voiced joy and gratitude over Pope Francis accepting his election as Bishop of Rome and Vicar of... Read more
US political leaders welcome Pope Francis with joy
American politicians offered prayers and congratulations upon hearing the news that Cardinal Jorge Bergolio, SJ, had been elected as the... Read more
New Pope lived simple life in Argentina
Pope Francis lives very simply, brings a pastoral approach to his ministry, and is a man of prayer, according to... Read more
Pope Francis to have busy schedule in coming days
The Vatican has announced Pope Francis' schedule for the coming days, which will begin with Mass on Thursday, March 14... Read more
Pope Francis: cardinals went to end of world to find me
Pope Francis began his first words to the Church by saying that the cardinals “went to the end of the... Read more
Archbishops Aquila, Chaput welcome Pope Francis
American archbishops Samuel J. Aquila and Charles J. Chaput voiced gratitude to Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now Pope Francis, for accepting... Read more
Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio elected as Pope Francis
Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires has become the next Pope of the Catholic Church, taking the name Francis. Read more
White smoke from Vatican chimney, new Pope to be announced
White smoke billowing from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney on March 13 indicated that the College of Cardinals had chosen a... Read more
