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Complaining the world is Evil is "not Christian": Pope Francis to Pastoral Agents
The pope spoke Thursday evening at the Cathedral Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec to those engaged in pastoral ministry.
A look Beyond Headlines: Pope Francis Encounters Catholic, Life History on Canada Journey
This “penitential pilgrimage” is dedicated to a real path of reconciliation with the Native American populations, and at the same time it is also an apostolic journey to a country with a rich and varied Catholic history.
Pope Francis Expresses "deep shame" in Canada, Warns of New "cancel culture"
Pope Francis asked for forgiveness for the harm done to indigenous Canadians by Catholics in a Wednesday address before top government officials and representatives of the indigenous peoples in Canada.
Pope Francis Preaches Sharing Faith with Love Before 50,000 at Largest Stadium in Canada
Developing a theme he introduced earlier in his "penitential pilgrimage," the pope reflected on the importance of presenting the faith to others in a loving way, rather than with proselytism.
Pope Francis Apologizes for Harm Done to Indigenous Canadians at Residential Schools
In a speech in rural Canada before a crowd of indigenous Canadian people, Pope Francis publicly apologized for the Catholic Church’s role in running much of Canada’s government-sponsored residential school system.
Pope Francis Entrusts Week-long Canada Trip to the Blessed Virgin Mary
Pope Francis visited a Roman basilica on Friday to ask for the Virgin Mary's intercession and protection ahead of his week-long trip to Canada.
Why Nigerian Militants Appear to Target Catholic Priests for Kidnapping
Father Peter Amodu was supposed to say the 5 p.m. Mass at Holy Ghost Parish in southern Nigeria on July 6.
Missionaries of Charity Sisters Expelled from Nicaragua Received in Costa Rica
Bishop Eugenio Salazar Mora of Tilarán-Liberia in Costa Rica greeted the nuns one by one and knelt as he greeted their superior.
"They say it's not easy, I think it is": Pope Francis Jokes about Upcoming Canada Trip
After visiting a community of Jesuits in Rome this weekend, Pope Francis joked about his upcoming trip to Canada, from July 24-30.
Missionaries of Charity Expelled from Nicaragua
The action is the latest in religious persecutions that have escalated there in the last four years.
Women Religious Worldwide Face “unique” Sex-based Violence, Persecution: H.Rights Lawyer
Religious women around the world suffer unique forms of violence and persecution because of their sex — and their ability to give birth to future generations.
Remembering One of the Youngest Catholic Saints: St. Maria Goretti
Catholics worldwide celebrate the feast day of one of the youngest saints on July 6: St. Maria Goretti.
Christian in Nigerian Village Claim Military Helicopter Fired on Them, Not Bandits
Authorities deny the charge and have tried to reassure villagers the government is on their side.
Missionaries of Charity among Nongovernmental Entities Ordered to Shut Down in Nicaragua
The order to shut down the sisters and 100 other nongovernmental organizations was requested by a Sandinista legislator in a June 22 letter.
What is a Catholic priest? A New Documentary Asks the Question
A new documentary about the Catholic priesthood asks priests what kind of life they are supposed to live as they reflect on their vocations and the role of the priest in Catholic theology and spiritual life.
Pope Francis' Pastoral Visit to Canada in July on Course, Vatican Releases Itinerary
The Vatican has released the itinerary for Pope Francis’ visit to Canada, during which he will meet with representatives of indigenous peoples, and with indigenous Catholics.
Nigeria Church Massacre: State Department Official Meets Local Bishop
The meeting took place following a request by Rep. Chris Smith of New Jersey.
Pope Francis Accepts Belgian Bishop’s Request Not to Be Made a Cardinal
Bishop Lucas Van Looy was due to receive the red hat on Aug. 27.
Nigerian Christians No Longer View the U.S. as a "credible partner", Expert Says
The claim that the Pentecost Sunday attack was related merely to resources, land, or climate change is "absurd," Stephen Rasche says.
Recent Church Massacre in Nigeria Not Linked to Climate Change: Bishop to Irish President
The bishop said Michael D. Higgins’ ‘reasons for this gruesome massacre are incorrect and far-fetched.’
