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Holy Week Pilgrims in Rome Take Up Ancient Seven Churches Walks
The practice of church pilgrimages dates back centuries in the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis: God’s Merciful Love Goes Out in Search of All Those Who Are Lost
Using Rembrandt’s painting “Return of the Prodigal Son” as inspiration, the Holy Father said God’s love is like that of...
Pope Francis Welcomes Gemelli Medical Teams to the Vatican, Thanks Them for Their Care
The 88-year-old Holy Father greeted approximately 70 men and women representing leadership and staff from the hospital.
In Another Surprise Public Appearance, Pope Francis Greets Pilgrims at Palm Sunday Holy Mass in St. Peter's Square
Marking another in a series of recent surprise public appearances, Pope Francis on Sunday briefly greeted thousands of pilgrims gathered...
Pope Francis in Wednesday Catechesis: The "logic of merit" Doesn't Gain Us Heaven
The 88-year-old pope emphasized that a loving relationship with God and with others is key for a happy and fulfilling...
Pope Francis Shows Slight Improvements During Convalescence, Vatican Says
The Holy See Press Office told journalists during a morning press briefing on the pope’s health that the 88-year-old pontiff’s...
"Bear witness joyfully to hope that does not disappoint": Pope Francis to Slovak Pilgrims
“I would very much have liked to be present with you to share this moment of faith and communion, but...
Vatican Releases Document to mark 1,700th Anniversary of First Council of Nicaea
The International Theological Commission has published “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior: The 1,700th Anniversary of the Ecumenical Council of...
"God does not pass by without looking for those who are lost": Pope Francis
In his written catechesis, the Holy Father described Jesus’ encounter with Zacchaeus as having a “special place” in his own...
At Vatican Conference, Catholic and Jewish Scholars Discuss Faith as Foundation for Ethics
The April 1–2 conference in Rome brought together Catholic and Jewish scholars from around the world to the Pontifical University...
Pope Francis Approves Decree to Advance Sainthood Causes of Five People, Including Papua New Guinean
Among those to be canonized are Blessed Peter To Rot of Papua New Guinea, Blessed Ignatius Shoukrallah Maloyan of Turkey,...
Pope Francis in Sunday Angelus: Jesus Heals Our Wounds So We Can Love Others
The Holy Father expressed his heartfelt thanks to all who reflect the “image of the Savior” and work as “instruments...
Mother Angelica’s Life, Legacy Celebrated in Rome’s Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia: Photos
A special memorial Mass was held for Mother Angelica, the foundress of EWTN, in Rome on Thursday to commemorate her...
God Desires to Offer His Love and Mercy to Those at the "crossroads" of Life: Pope Francis
“To go and proclaim the Gospel, we first need to set down the burden of our history at the feet...
"We can make him feel better": Children’s Prayers for Pope Francis
In an interview with CNA, three young parishioners from the Church of St. Eugene in the Roman suburb of Parioli...
Pope Francis: Fear of Change Can Be Overcome With Jesus As Our Guide
In his prepared March 19 catechesis on “Jesus Our Hope,” the Holy Father reflected on Nicodemus’ encounter with the Son...
Pope Francis Urges World Not to Forget Countries in Need of God’s "gift of peace"
The 88-year-old pontiff has asked people to remember to pray for God’s “gift of peace” for those suffering in several...
Pope Francis: Temptations, Falls Do Not End in Failure for Those Who Believe in God’s Love
In his prepared March 9 homily for the first Sunday of Lent, the Holy Father said difficulties and trials do...
Pope Francis Thanks World’s Volunteers for the "miracle of tenderness"
The Vatican released the pope's March 9 Sunday homily and Angelus message dedicated to the approximately 25,000 men and women...
Pope Francis Asks Christians to Start Lent "full of hope" in the Footsteps of Jesus Christ
In his prepared March 5 catechesis, the Holy Father spoke about the 12-year-old Jesus’ desire to live his mission as...