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Pope Francis Makes Prayerful Pilgrimage to Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome ahead of Holy Week
The pontiff's participation in upcoming Easter ceremonies remains uncertain as he gradually returns to public activities.
Pope Francis Calls on University Students to Proclaim “the Gospel of Jesus Christ, dead and risen”
Pope Francis encouraged university students in a message to participants of the International UNIV Congress 2025 in Rome during Holy Week.
Vatican Offers Health Update after Pope Francis’ Surprise Visit to St. Peter's Basilica without Papal Attire
A Vatican spokesman told journalists the pope had wanted to get some air and then decided to extend his time outside of his residence by going to the basilica “as he was.”
Pope Francis Makes Surprise Second Appearance at St. Peter’s Basilica in Wheelchair on Thursday
Pope Francis made a surprise second appearance Thursday at St. Peter’s Basilica.
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 life on earth and also in heaven.
Charismatic Catholics Meet in Rome to Celebrate Jubilee of Hope
As part of the Jubilee of Hope, a World Meeting of Prayer Groups of the Charismatic Renewal has concluded in Rome.
Pope Francis Meets with King Charles and Queen Camilla at the Vatican
Pope Francis greeted England’s King Charles and Queen Camilla on Wednesday in a brief meeting in which the dignitaries wished each other well.
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 lung infection is “still ongoing though decreasing.”
Pope Francis Sending Cardinal Krajewski Back to Ukraine to Deliver Four More Ambulances
According to the Dicastery for Charity on Monday, Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, pontifical almoner, will be responsible for delivering four ambulances to Ukraine.
The Sickbed As a Holy Place: Pope Francis Reflects on His Own Illness at Jubilee of Sick
In a moving homily read by Archbishop Rino Fisichella, the pontiff described how suffering can become “a place of encounter” with God.
Pope Francis' Condition Shows "slight improvement" as Medical Care Continues
Pope Francis continues to show “slight improvement” in his respiratory condition as he receives ongoing medical care, according to the latest update.
"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 I am still in convalescence,” the pope’s message read.
Rector of Catholic University of West Africa Appointed Bishop of Senegal’s Saint-Louis Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Augustin Simmel Ndiaye, who has been serving as the Rector of the Burkina Faso-based Catholic University of West Africa (UCAO) as the Local Ordinary of Saint-Louis Du Sénégal Diocese in Senegal.
"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 spiritual journey.
Pope Francis Says He Has Experienced "Christian joy" Amid Ongoing Illness, Recovery
In an April 1 update about the 88-year-old pontiff’s continued recovery, the Holy See Press Office said Pope Francis’ condition continues to improve.
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, and Blessed María Carmen of Venezuela.
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 of healing.”
Hundreds of Missionaries of Mercy Priests Gather in Rome, Pope Francis Lauds their Witnessing “to paternal face of God”
Pope Francis reflected on the profound connection between mercy and hope in his message.
Pope Francis’ Recovery Progresses as Vatican Appoints New Librarian, Polish President Visits
Pope Francis continues to show gradual improvement as he recovers from bilateral pneumonia at his residence in Casa Santa Marta.
Vatican Publishes Holy Week Schedule, No Indication Whether Pope Francis Will Preside over Rites
The Vatican has published the official calendar of liturgical celebrations planned for Holy Week, but it has not clarified whether Pope Francis will preside.
