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“That manger, poor in everything yet rich in love”: Pope Francis on Christmas Eve
On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis said that the poverty of Christ’s birth in a stable contains an important lesson for today.
Christmas “feast of love incarnate, born for us in Jesus Christ”: Pope Francis
Pope Francis said Wednesday that Christmas brings joy and strength that can remove the pessimism that has spread in human hearts as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Francis Recognizes Martyrdom of Judge Killed by Mafia in Italy, to be Beatified
Pope Francis has recognized the martyrdom of Rosario Livatino, a judge who was brutally killed by the mafia on his commute to work at a courthouse in Sicily.
Vatican Says COVID-19 Vaccines "morally acceptable" When No Alternatives are Available
The Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of Faith stated Monday that it is “morally acceptable” to receive COVID-19 vaccines produced using cell lines from aborted fetuses when no alternative is available.
Pope Francis Urges Roman Curia to Confront the "ecclesial crisis"
Pope Francis urged the Roman Curia Monday not to view the Church in terms of conflict, but to see the current “ecclesial crisis” as a call to renewal.
‘Consumerism has stolen Christmas’ : Pope Francis
Pope Francis advised Catholics Sunday not to waste time complaining about coronavirus restrictions, but to focus instead on helping those in need.
Pell Says Year in Jail Was a Time of ‘grace and gift’
Cardinal George Pell discussed the surprises, difficulties, and “gift” of everyday life in jail during a press conference this week to mark the publication of the first installment of his prison diaries.
Vatican Permits Priests to Say up to four Masses on Christmas Day
The Vatican’s liturgy congregation will permit priests to say up to four Masses on Christmas Day, the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God on Jan. 1, and Epiphany to accommodate more worshippers amid the pandemic.
Pope Francis Calls for "culture of care" in 2021 World Peace Day Message
Pope Francis appealed for a “culture of care” in his message for the 2021 World Day of Peace released Thursday.
Vatican City to Start Coronavirus Vaccinations in January 2021
Vatican City will begin to offer coronavirus vaccinations in January, according to the Vatican director of health and hygiene.
The Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe Points Us to God: Pope Francis
The Virgin Mary teaches us about God’s gift, abundance, and blessing, Pope Francis said Saturday on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
This Year’s Vatican Christmas Tree Has Ornaments Handmade by the Homeless
Reaching a height of nearly 100 feet, the Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square this year is adorned with handcrafted wooden ornaments made by the homeless, as well as children and other adults.
Vatican Congregation Issues New Norms for Ecclesiastical Institutions of Higher Education
The Vatican’s Congregation for Catholic Education issued Wednesday three new instructions on ecclesiastical institutions of higher education.
Pope Francis Grants Plenary Indulgence to Catholics Marking Guadalupe Feast at Home
Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence to Catholics celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe at home this Saturday.
"Even death trembles when a Christian prays": Pope Francis
Prayer is so powerful that “even death trembles when a Christian prays,” Pope Francis said at the general audience Wednesday.
Pope Francis Proclaims Year of St. Joseph
Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph Tuesday in honor of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s proclamation as patron of the Universal Church.
The Immaculate Conception is "one of the wonders of the story of salvation": Pope Francis
The Immaculate Conception is “one of the wonders of the story of salvation,” Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Tuesday.
Ask God for the Gift of Conversion in Advent: Pope Francis
We should ask God for the gift of conversion this Advent, Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Sunday.
New Vatican Guide for Bishops Addresses Common Challenges to Christian Unity
The Vatican published Friday a guide with suggestions for Catholic bishops to promote unity with other Christian communities, and offering practical advice for how to overcome common challenges to ecumenism.
Pope Francis Establishes Worldwide Prayer Network as Vatican Body
Pope Francis has established the global network that promotes his monthly prayer intentions as a Vatican body.
