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Vatican: Pope Francis’ Ukraine War Comments Not a "political stance"
The Holy See said Pope Francis’ recent comments on a car bombing that killed the daughter of an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin should not be interpreted as a “political stance.”
Jesus is Asking, “can I count on you?”: Pope Francis during Creation of 20 New Cardinals
Pope Francis created 20 new cardinals for the Catholic Church during a liturgy in St. Peter's Basilica Saturday.
Pope Francis Becomes First Pope in More Than 700 Years to Open the Holy Door in L’Aquila
During a trip to the Italian city of L'Aquila, Pope Francis participated in a centuries-old tradition established by Pope Celestine V in 1294.
New Cardinals and Pope Francis Pay Visit to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Pope Francis joined 19 of the Church’s 20 newly installed cardinals Saturday in a visit with Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI at his Vatican residence.
Pope Appeals for Prayers for African Cardinal Absent at Consistory Due to "heart problem"
Pope Francis has appealed for prayers for Ghanaian Cardinal, Richard Kuuia Baawobr who missed the August 27 Consistory due to what the Holy Father termed "a heart problem".
Who Will Vote for a New Pope after Francis? A Look at the Cardinals by the Numbers
On Aug. 27, Pope Francis will create 20 new cardinals, bringing the total number in the college to 229.
Pope Francis Cautions against "arbitrary and ideological adaptations" to Church Ministries
In a message Wednesday, Pope Francis warned against letting ideology influence the Church’s ordained and lay ministries, and said he plans to initiate a dialogue with bishops on the topic.
Who Are the New Cardinals Pope Francis Created in 2022?
There will be 16 cardinals under the age of 80 elevated at the next consistory, to be held Aug. 27.
Pope Francis Instructs Vatican Entities to Move all Funds to Vatican Bank by End September
Pope Francis has ordered that the Holy See and connected entities move all financial assets to the Institute for Works of Religion (IOR), commonly known as the Vatican bank.
Christians are Measured by How Well They Follow Jesus Christ and the Gospel: Pope Francis
Jesus “wants to tell us that to enter into God’s life, into salvation, we need to pass through him,” Pope Francis said.
What You Need to Know about Pope Francis' Next Consistory
On Saturday, Aug. 27, Pope Francis will place a red biretta on the heads of 18 bishops and two priests, declaring them to be cardinals “to the glory of almighty God and the honor of the Apostolic See.”
An Alliance Between Old and Young Will Save the Family: Pope Francis
Pope Francis on Wednesday emphasized the family’s need for healthy relationships and dialogue between the young and the elderly.
Pope Francis Draws Global “attention to the serious humanitarian crisis affecting Somalia”
Pope Francis has drawn the attention of the international community to “the serious humanitarian crisis” that the people of God in Somalia and the horn of Africa nations are facing.
“Faith not a ‘lullaby’, but rather living flame to keep us wakeful, active”: Pope Fracis
“Faith is not a ‘lullaby’ that lulls us to sleep, but rather a living flame to keep us wakeful and active even at night,” Pope Francis said.
In Phone Call, Ukraine's President Thanks Pope Francis for Praying for His Country
“Our people need support of world spiritual leaders who should convey to the world the truth about acts of horror committed by the aggressor,” the Ukrainian president said.
Desire for "eternal youth" and "unlimited well-being" is Delusional Conceit: Pope Francis
Pope Francis said Wednesday that it is “delusional” to try to stop the natural passage of time in pursuit of “eternal youth” and “unlimited well-being.”
“Let us walk without fear, in certainty that the Lord always accompanies us": Pope Francis
“Do not be afraid — this is the certainty that your hearts should be attached to,” Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis Calls on Young People to Turn to Jesus Like Blessed Carlo Acutis
Pope Francis told young Catholics on Friday that Jesus is not just a moral precept but a person and a great friend.
Pope Francis Appoints Nurse as His "personal health care assistant"
The Vatican announced Thursday that Pope Francis has appointed a “personal health care assistant.”
Pope Francis: Canada "writing a new page" in Church’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples
The pope said that his visit to Canada was "a different journey” from the other international trips of his pontificate.
