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Measures against Sexual Abuse in the Church "irreversible": Pope Francis
Pope Francis has said the Catholic Church will continue implementing measures against clerical sexual abuse, even if there may be reluctance or pushback or in some places.
“We hope to be with you soon”: Church Leaders on Postponed Ecumenical Visit to South Sudan
The Archbishop of Canterbury and the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland have, in separate messages, assured the people of God in South Sudan that their ecumenical pilgrimage that was postponed will be realized.
Pope Francis Announces Appointment of Women to Committee Selecting New Bishops
Pope Francis has said he would announce the appointment of two women to the Vatican committee that elects bishops.
Pope Francis “very much concerned about peace, reconciliation in South Sudan”: Secretary
The Vatican Secretary of State who is currently visiting South Sudan has said that Pope Francis is “very much concerned” about the progress of efforts towards lasting peace and reconciliation in the East-Central African nation.
Pope Francis Celebrates Holy Mass in Congolese Rite, Calls for Witnessing of Peace
The pope began his homily with the word, “esengo,” which means “joy” in Lingala, the Bantu-based creole spoken in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
“Do not let yourselves be robbed of hope”: Pope Francis to Congolese, South Sudanese
Pope Francis has urged the people of God in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and South Sudan not to let themselves “be robbed of hope” despite his decision to postpone his pastoral trip to the two African nations.
Evangelization Not "personal activism" But a Witness of Love: Pope Francis
In his Angelus address, the pope posed a question: “How do we bring the good news of the Gospel to others?
Pope Francis "greatly disappointed" over Missing Pastoral Trip to Africa This Week
The pope released a video message in which he urged the Congolese and South Sudanese people to place their hope in God.
Parish Priest of St. Odilia Cathedral of Bondoukou Diocese in Ivory Coast Appointed Bishop
Pope Francis has appointed the Parish Priest of St. Odilia Cathedral of Bondoukou Diocese, Fr. Alain Clément Amiezi, Bishop of Odienné Diocese in Ivory Coast.
Pope Francis Publishes Letter on Liturgy to Foster “power of the Christian celebration”
The 15-page apostolic letter, Desiderio Desideravi, was published on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.
Faith "is never a walk in the park": Pope Francis on Saints Peter and Paul Feast
The pope prayed a mid-week Angelus to mark the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, the patron saints of the city of Rome.
Pope Francis Says His Mobility Has Improved, He Has "been able to walk for three days"
The 85-year-old pope has used a wheelchair for many of his public audiences for nearly two months.
Resisting Anger Takes "tremendous interior strength," So Ask God for Help: Pope Francis
Pope Francis addressed pilgrims gathered for the 10th World Meeting of Families at his weekly Angelus address.
Let Jesus Christ Feed the Hungers of Your Life, Pope Francis Says on Corpus Christi
The pope also prayed for the upcoming World Meeting of Families, and for peace in Myanmar and Ukraine.
Follow St. Paul’s Wisdom When Using Tech to Spread the Gospel: Pope Francis
The pope also warned about “disinformation” in today’s media environment.
The Virgin Mary Teaches Us "to live eucharistically": Pope Francis
The Blessed Virgin Mary never allowed herself to be “paralyzed by pride or fear,” but she arose and went with haste to humbly offer a helping hand, the pope told young Catholics on Saturday.
Candidates for the Priesthood Must Be Well Scrutinized: Pope Francis
The pope was speaking to seminary formators from the Milan archdiocese.
“Remember Pope Francis’ Kiss” Campaign in South Sudan to Continue: Official
A campaign dubbed “Remember Pope Francis' Kiss for Peace” that was launched in South Sudan is to continue despite the postponement of the previously scheduled ecumenical visit that the Holy Father was to undertake alongside the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Jim Wallace.
Pope Francis Accepts Belgian Bishop’s Request Not to Be Made a Cardinal
Bishop Lucas Van Looy was due to receive the red hat on Aug. 27.
Catholic Marriage Preparation a "duty of justice" in Text for Dioceses, Pope Francis Says
The pope wrote the preface of a new Vatican document for priests working with engaged couples.
