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Pope Francis Encourages Blind Young People to be Pilgrims of hope
Pope Francis encouraged those present to be “people on the journey” who always have the desire to continue, “always with the desire to move forward.”
This is Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of January
“All children and youth have the right to go to school, regardless of their immigration status,” the pope said.
How Can the Jubilee of Hope Strengthen Your faith? Here’s What You Need to Know
Why is the jubilee such an important event for Catholics? The answer is simple: It offers an extraordinary opportunity to attain salvation.
Pope Francis "deeply saddened" by New Orleans Attack, Offers Prayers
The pope sent a condolence message to New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond on Jan. 2 offering prayers for the souls of the deceased.
Holy Door Opens at Rome’s Marian Marvel As New Cardinal Highlights Hope at St. Mary Major: PHOTOS
The distinctive dong of an ancient bell accompanied the opening of the Holy Door at Rome’s Basilica of St. Mary Major on Jan. 1.
Pope Francis Ties Debt Forgiveness to Peace in New Year's Angelus
In his first Angelus address of 2025, Pope Francis called for debt relief for the world’s poorest nations and renewed his appeals for peace.
Pope Francis Preaches Peace, Protection of Life in New Year’s Homily
“Protecting life, caring for wounded life, restoring dignity to the life of every ‘born of woman’ is the fundamental basis for building a civilization of peace,” Francis said.
Last Day of 2024 Time to Reflect on "universal vocation" of Rome: Pope Francis
Pope Francis celebrated first vespers for the vigil of the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, in St. Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday.
Here are Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for 2025
The pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network has released the Holy Father’s list of prayer intentions for the year 2025.
13 Catholic Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Reportedly Killed Worldwide in 2024
The Vatican’s missionary agency documented that five pastoral workers were killed in Africa, five in America, and two priests died in violent attacks in Europe.
Family Dialogue Defeats Digital Distraction: Pope Francis
“Never, never this,” Francis said about mobile phones at the family table. “Talk, listen to each other, this is the dialogue that is good for you and that makes you grow!”
Holy Door of Rome’s Basilica of St. John Lateran Opens as 2025 Jubilee Journey Continues
Cardinal Baldassare Reina, Pope Francis’ vicar for the Diocese of Rome, described the event as “a gesture that renews our profession of faith in Christ.”
Pope Francis prays for South Korea air crash victims and families
“My thoughts go to the many families in South Korea who are mourning today following the dramatic air accident,” the pope said.
Pope Francis: How to be "pilgrims of hope" During 2025 Jubilee Year
Pope Francis called on Catholics to become “pilgrims of hope” in a BBC podcast, emphasizing that “hope and kindness touch the very heart of the Gospel.”
Pope Francis’ 2024 Travels: Historic Visits to Southeast Asia, Oceania, Belgium, and Corsica
Despite health challenges, Pope Francis embarked on ambitious travels in 2024, visiting Southeast Asia and Oceania, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Corsica.
Inside the Prison as Pope Francis Opens the Jubilee Holy Door: Special Report
The intimate Mass led by Pope Francis marked a historic moment — the first opening of a jubilee Holy Door within a prison.
Pilgrims From All Over the World Pass Through Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica: PHOTOS
Pilgrims from around the world are passing through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, which Pope Francis opened to begin the 2025 Jubilee.
On Feast of St. Stephen, Pope Francis Prays for Persecuted Christians
In his Angelus address on Dec. 26, Pope Francis reflected on Stephen’s last words as he was being stoned to death: “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.”
God is our hope: Pope Francis on Christmas 2024
The 88-year-old Pope Francis presided over Mass during the Night on Christmas Eve after opening the Holy Door to officially start the 2025 Jubilee Year.
In "Urbi et Orbi Blessing, Pope Francis Urges World Leaders to Pursue Dialogue, Peace in Jubilee Year
Delivering his Christmas Day message overlooking crowds of thousands of international pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square from the Central Loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, the pope insisted that a “just and lasting peace” can only be achieved in our world if people first turn to the “Father of Mercies.
