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Pope Francis Offers Mass for "anonymous" Coronavirus Victims
Pope Francis prayed Thursday for the many people who have died as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, especially the “anonymous” victims buried in common graves
Pope Francis Postpones Peter’s Pence Collection amid Pandemic’s Economic Downturn
Pope Francis has postponed this year’s Peter’s Pence collection until next fall as the Vatican confronts the economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.
Identify and Confess your Sins 'concretely,' Pope Francis Says
When identifying your faults, avoid being vague and tell God your sins honestly and frankly so that he can heal you, Pope Francis said at Mass Wednesday.
Pope Francis Creates Foundation to Promote John Paul I’s Teachings
Pope Francis has instituted a Vatican foundation to promote the thought and teachings of Venerable John Paul I, who was pope for 33 days in 1978.
Vatican Sends Extraordinary Form Mass Survey to World’s Bishops
The Vatican’s doctrinal congregation has asked the world’s bishops to report on how a landmark papal document acknowledging the right of all priests to say Mass using the Roman Missal of 1962 is being applied in their dioceses.
Pope Prays that “prudence and obedience” Will Prevent Return of Pandemic
Pope Francis prayed that Christians would respond to the lifting of lockdown restrictions with “prudence and obedience” as he celebrated Mass Tuesday.
The "greatest reality" is God's Love, Not Past Disappointments, Pope Francis Says
Jesus invites us to live with him in the present and not to get stuck in the disappointments and ‘what ifs’ of the past, Pope Francis said in his message before the Regina coeli antiphon on Sunday.
Involve More Women in Seminary Formation, Urges Vatican Cardinal
Cardinal Marc Ouellet, prefect of the Vatican’s Congregation for Bishops, said Friday that the Church needs more women involved directly in priestly formation in seminaries.
Pope Francis Urges Catholics to Unite Through Praying the Rosary in May
Pope Francis sent a letter Saturday encouraging Catholics to pray the rosary throughout May. He also shared two new prayers to implore the help of the Virgin Mary during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Prays that Pastors will have Courage to be Close to Their People
Pope Francis prayed that God would give pastors the courage to be close to their people as he celebrated Mass Friday.
You Must Live the Faith to Share it Well, Pope Francis Says
To say you are a Christian while not living like one does not show people the real treasure of the faith – which we have the obligation to share, Pope Francis said at Mass April 25.
Pope Francis Donates Ventilators in Honor of St. George’s Feast Day
Ventilators were delivered to hospitals in Romania, Spain, and Italy on April 23, the feast of St. George, the patron saint of Jorge Mario Bergoglio.
Pope Francis Prays for Families Going Hungry amid Pandemic
Pope Francis asked people to pray on Thursday for families who are struggling to put food on the table during the coronavirus pandemic.
Vatican Releases Free Online Prayer Book Amid Pandemic
The Vatican has released a free online prayer book to help Catholics seeking divine assistance amid the coronavirus crisis.
Vatican City Prepares to Ease Coronavirus Restrictions in May
Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin met with members of the Roman curia on Wednesday to discuss the gradual reopening of Holy See offices as Italy prepares to end its national lockdown.
The Holy Spirit Heals Divisions Caused by Money, Vanity, and Gossip, Pope Francis Says
The Holy Spirit can help Christians overcome the three temptations that destroy community, Pope Francis said at his morning Mass Tuesday.
Pope Francis Postpones World Youth Day and Meeting of Families Due to COVID-19
Pope Francis has decided to postpone by one year World Youth Day and the World Meeting of Families, according to the Vatican. The events were expected to take place during the summers of 2022 and 2021.
Pope Francis’ Homily on Divine Mercy Sunday: Full Text
Here is the full text of Pope Francis' homily on Divine Mercy Sunday, delivered April 19 at Santo Spirito in Sassia, Rome.
Pope Prays for Those Caring for Disabled Patients amid Pandemic
Pope Francis prayed for those caring for people with disabilities during the coronavirus crisis at his morning Mass Saturday.
Pope Francis Commends Women Caring for Others Under COVID-19 Lockdown
Pope Francis has urged Catholics to pray for women who are currently caring for children, aiding the elderly, or working in healthcare or law enforcement amid the coronavirus pandemic.
