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Visiting the Sick a Christian Imperative: Pope Francis Ahead of the World Day of the Sick
‘How many sick and elderly people are living at home and waiting for a visit!’
Pope Francis’ January 2022 Prayer Intention is for Victims of Religious Persecution
The pope called persecution ‘inhuman’ and ‘insane.’
Three Vatican International Events That Catholics Can Look Forward to in 2022
Despite the pandemic, the Eternal City is preparing to host several joyful events.
God Wants to Live With Us and In Us: Pope Francis at Sunday Angelus
The pope was speaking at the Sunday Angelus.
Pope Francis on New Year’s Eve: Jesus Christ Gives Meaning to Our Lives in Joy and Sorrow
Pope Francis said to trust in Jesus Christ who "brings time to its fullness."
Ask for the Courage of St. Joseph to Trust in God’s Plan: Pope Francis
When threatened, we all have the possibility of becoming "little Herods," Pope Francis said.
Pope, Catholic Bishops in Southern Africa Send Condolences for Death of Desmond Tutu
Pope Francis and members of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) on Sunday, December 26, sent their condolences for the death of retired Anglican Archbishop and anti-apartheid leader, Desmond Tutu.
Pray for Peace, Commit “to sustain, defend and safeguard the family”: Pope Francis
“Please, each day, let us pray a little bit together, if you can make the effort, to ask God for the gift of peace.”
Pope Francis Encourages Married Couples to Rely on Christ in Letter for Holy Family Feast
“Families have always been in my thoughts and prayers, but especially so during the pandemic,” Pope Francis said.
Christmas Urbi et Orbi Blessing 2021: Pope Asks World Leaders to Be Open to Dialogue
He spoke from the central balcony overlooking a rainy St. Peter’s Square.
Ghanaian Cardinal’s Retirement as Head of Vatican Dicastery Accepted, Interim Head Named
The dicastery will be led for now by Canadian Cardinal Michael Czerny.
Roman Curia Needs "synodal conversion": Pope Francis
He said that Vatican officials should set an example for Catholics worldwide.
Vatican Reaffirms Support for COVID-19 Vaccines amid Spread of Omicron Variant
It issued a statement amid global concern about the Omicron variant.
Take "shared responsibility" for Refugees, Migrants, Pope Francis Urges European Countries
The pope made the appeal at his general audience.
Vatican-based Ghanaian Cardinal: Pope Francis Will Decide if I Continue to Lead Dicastery
The Ghanaian cardinal confirmed that his five-year term is expiring.
2022 World Peace Day Message: Pope Francis Calls for Investment in Education, Not Weaponry
The World Day of Peace is celebrated annually on Jan. 1.
Pope Francis Calls Domestic Abuse "satanic" in New Television Interview Aired on Sunday
Pope Francis spoke to four people who have faced difficult circumstances in life, including a woman who was a victim of domestic violence and a man who spent 25 years in prison.
Let’s Focus on Helping Others This Christmas: Pope Francis
A good way to get out of a negative mood is to help others, following the example of Mary, who went to help her pregnant cousin Elizabeth, Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis’ 85th Birthday Party Included Lots of Kids and Cake
Pope Francis on Sunday joined a belated celebration of his 85th birthday, thrown by the children and families helped by the Vatican’s charitable pediatric clinic.
Holy See Further Tightens Restrictions on Traditional Latin Mass: Vatican’s Liturgy Office
The explanatory document, which bans confirmations and ordinations according to pre-Vatican II Roman Missals, was published Dec. 18 with Pope Francis’ approval.
