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.
Francis’ reflections marked his fifth catechesis on the theme “The Spirit and the Bride: The Holy Spirit Guides the People... Read more
During the second vespers on the solemnity of Our Lady of the Snows at the Basilica of St. Mary Major... Read more
A shower of white rose petals fell from the basilica’s ceiling symbolizing the miracle promised by Our Lady. Read more
Reading, the pope insists, should not be approached with an arduous or rigid “sense of duty” but rather with a... Read more
Pope Francis on Sunday urged prayers for those suffering in the world due to political conflict, violence, and natural disasters. Read more
“Material things do not give fullness to life,” Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Sunday. “They are important but... Read more
Pope Francis invited the faithful to ask the Lord for “the grace to know how to pray for one another.” Read more
Pope Francis this week said he is “united in prayer” with those participating in a conference for Catholics who identify... Read more
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of August is for political leaders. Read more
According to the Holy See Press Office, the pontiff visited Sister Geneviève Jeanningros, who has been serving homosexuals and “transgender”... Read more
Following the Gospel reading from Matthew, the Holy Father reflected on how, with Jesus, they too can overcome fears and... Read more
The pope pointed out “offering, giving thanks, and sharing” as highlights of the miracle recounted in the Gospel of John. Read more
Pope Francis and Athletica Vaticana have invited all athletes participating in the 2024 Olympic Games to harness the “great social... Read more
Pope Francis on Thursday appointed Father Kevin Kenney as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Read more
The pope will greet royal leaders, prime ministers, professors and students, and Catholics in some of the countries’ historic palaces,... Read more
At his weekly Angelus, the pope told Catholics to beware of “the dictatorship of doing.” Read more
In a message addressed to Archbishop Laurent Ulrich of Paris, Pope Francis expressed his fervent desire that the Olympic Games... Read more
Those who are grandparents or elderly themselves can also receive a plenary indulgence. Read more
The day camp for children of Vatican employees is in its fourth year. It is taking place June 17-July 26... Read more
The Dicastery for Communication has been led since 2018 by Paolo Ruffini, the first layman to be named prefect of... Read more