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Papal Foundation Announces $800,000 of Scholarship Awards to 110 Religious and Laypeople
The awards were distributed across 42 countries and helped enable priests, brothers, sisters, and laypeople to pursue their studies at 14 pontifical universities in Rome.
World’s Youngest Cardinal is Just 44 Years Old
Among the new crop of cardinals created by Pope Francis on Dec. 7, Cardinal Mykola Bychok stands out. At 44, he is the youngest cardinal in the world.
Why Cardinals Get Roman Churches: Understanding Pope Francis’ Use of Titular Parishes
With his 10th consistory to create cardinals, Pope Francis has also established nine new titular churches for the members of the Sacred College of Cardinals.
Theology Can Be a "guide on the journey" Through a Midlife Crisis: Pope Francis
Pope Francis met with academic staff participating in the International Congress on the Future of Theology “Heritage and Imagination” conference Dec. 9–10.
What Pope Francis’ New Cardinals Reveal about Future Conclave: Analysis
While he has appointed 78% of electors, factors including limited gatherings and logistical challenges suggest the next conclave’s outcome remains unpredictable.
At Holy Mass with New Cardinals, Pope Francis Links Mary’s Humility to Modern Church
Pope Francis celebrated the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception with the news cardinals in St. Peter's Basilica, calling Christians to imitate Mary.
World Leaders Must Broker Christmas Peace, Pope Francis Urges Ceasefire "on all war fronts by Christmas Celebrations"
The pope also encouraged everyone to “open our hearts and minds to the Lord Jesus, born of Mary Immaculate” as the Church prepares for Jubilee 2025.
Pope Francis Marks Immaculate Conception Solemnity in Rome with Prayer, Surprise art Visit: PHOTOS
Pope Francis marked the Immaculate Conception by visiting to two of Rome's most important Marian sites, followed by an unexpected stop.
Pope Francis Creates 21 New Cardinals from 19 Countries, Urges Them to Resist the “seduction of power”
The pope highlighted that the term “cardinal” symbolizes a “hinge,” emphasizing their vital role as in holding the Church together.
Reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral of Paris Historic, Shows "sadness and mourning give way to joy": Pope Francis
“Today, sadness and mourning give way to joy, celebration, and praise,” the Holy Father wrote in his message to Archbishop Laurent Ulrich of Paris.
New Cardinals Emphasize Church Unity, Evangelization ahead of November 7 Consistory
“I am with my heart, and I would say with my whole body, for a synodal vision,” Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo of Abidjan said.
What Does it Mean that Almost Half of the New Cardinals Will Be from Religious Orders?
Out of the 21 cardinals who will be created on Dec. 7 in the 10th consistory of Pope Francis, 10 new cardinals are members of religious congregations.
Pope Francis: Beauty Urges Us to Take Christ out into the Streets and Bring Him to People
In a message to participants in this year’s conference on popular piety in Seville, Spain, from Dec. 4-8, the pope emphasized the significance of “beauty.”
Pope Francis: Preaching Must Rely on Holy Spirit, Keep Homilies Under 10 Minutes
“Preachers must preach an idea, a feeling, and a call to action. Beyond eight minutes the preaching starts to fade, it is not understood,” Pope Francis said.
Traditional Rite to Demolish Wall Protecting Holy Door Held at St. Peter’s Basilica
The ceremony is a traditional one to verify and ascertain that the Holy Door, closed during the last holy year, is intact, sealed, and ready to be reopened.
This is Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of December
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of December is for pilgrims of hope.
"Raise your heads," Pope Francis Tells Faithful in First Advent Message amid Multiple Conflicts
Pope Francis on Sunday addressed cosmic upheavals, modern anxieties, and current conflicts while emphasizing hope and spiritual vigilance.
A Path Towards Unity: Pope Francis Proposes Joint Catholic-Orthodox Celebration of Nicaea Anniversary
The letter was delivered by Cardinal Kurt Koch during his visit to Istanbul for the patronal feast of the Orthodox Church.
Pope Francis Confirms Plans to Visit Turkey for Historic Nicaea Council Anniversary
The Council of Nicaea took place in the ancient city of Nicaea in 325 A.D. in the former Roman Empire, which is now the present-day city of İznik, in northwestern Turkey
Outgoing Australian Ambassador Notes Growing Momentum of Women Leadership in the Vatican
Australia’s ambassador to the Holy See, Chiara Porro, says she has seen a rise in the participation and promotion of women’s leadership in the Catholic Church under Pope Francis.
