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Pope Francis' Amazon Exhortation Calls for Holiness, Not Married Priests
Pope Francis published his response to the Vatican’s 2019 Amazon synod in an apostolic exhortation Wednesday. Despite widespread speculation following the synod, the pope does not call for married priests, but seeks to expand “horizons beyond conflicts.”
Church in Mali Offers Prayers for Release of Colombian Nun Kidnapped Three Years Ago
The Catholic Church in the West African nation of Mali last Friday, February 7 offered special prayers for the safe release of Colombian-born Sr. Gloria Cecilia Narvaez Argoti, who was kidnapped by jihadists in southern Mali the same date three years ago.
Pope Francis Appeals for Displaced Women and Children in Syria
Pope Francis appealed Sunday for the protection of women and children fleeing violence in northwestern Syria as more than half a million people have been displaced in two months.
Parolin: On McCarrick Report Release, Pope Francis Has "final word"
Pope Francis will make the final decision on when to publish a highly-anticipated report on former cardinal Theodore McCarrick, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said Thursday.
Pope Francis to Financial leaders: Ending poverty is our duty
Pope Francis called on global financial leaders and economists to end economic inequality Wednesday, saying that modern resources make ending global poverty possible - and a responsibility.
Pope Francis: Poverty of Spirit Does not Hide Shortcomings from the World
Pope Francis said Wednesday that a focus on achieving fame or having a perfect image in the eyes of the world denies God’s call to poverty of spirit and is a tiring and lonely endeavor.
One Year After Declaration on Fraternity, Pope Calls for End to Terrorism
Pope Francis Tuesday marked the first anniversary of the joint signing of the Abu Dhabi document on human fraternity with a video message urging an end to extremism and terrorism.
Pope Francis: Civilized Society Recognizes the Value of Human Life
Warning of the modern tendency to judge human life on the basis of utility rather than dignity, Pope Francis Thursday urged the need to protect the lives of the smallest and most vulnerable.
Pope Francis: 'The beatitudes always bring joy'
The beatitudes should be a defining feature of a Christian’s identity because they reveal the way that Jesus lived his life, Pope Francis said Wednesday.
Pope Francis to Publish a Book with Reflections on St. John Paul II
Pope Francis has co-authored a book of reflections on the life of St. John Paul II to be published in Italian.
'Never again': Pope Francis Calls For Prayer on Holocaust Remembrance Day
Pope Francis has asked for people to spend a moment in prayer and recollection on Monday for International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Pope Francis Prays for Coronavirus Victims in China
Pope Francis prayed Sunday for people infected by the coronavirus, which has killed 56 people in China.
Pope Francis: Keep a Bible Close to You for Daily Inspiration
Pope Francis preached Sunday about the life-changing power of God’s word in Scripture, encouraging everyone to keep a Bible close for daily inspiration.
Pope Francis: Every Human Has An Irrepressible Dignity
Pope Francis emphasized the importance of each person’s dignity Friday in his message for World Communications Day.
VP Pence and Pope Francis discuss US Pro-life Movement During Vatican Meeting
As the March for Life got underway in Washington, DC, Pope Francis and Vice President Mike Pence met in the Vatican Friday to discuss the Church's commitment to the pro-life movement.
Pope Francis Wants 'holistic approach' to Middle East, UN Security Council Told
Pope Francis is concerned about the worsening situation in the Middle East, and is urging a continued commitment to dialogue in the region, a senior Vatican diplomat told the United Nations Security Council Wednesday.
Pope Francis: It Is Beautiful When Babies Cry at Mass
Pope Francis baptized 32 babies in the Sistine Chapel Sunday, telling parents not to worry if their children cry at Mass.
Kenyan Religious Brother, World’s Best Teacher Meets Pope Francis, Share Prayer Intentions
Kenyan-born Franciscan Friar who was voted world’s best teacher in March 2019 had the opportunity to meet Pope Francis at the Vatican Wednesday, January 8 during which the two shared mutual prayer intentions.
Pope Francis to Diplomats: Polarization Hurts the Poor
In his annual address to diplomats Thursday, Pope Francis stressed that solidarity is needed in 2020 to overcome polarization for the sake of the poor, who suffer when the common good is disregarded.
Pope Francis: God Acts in the Midst of Our Trials and Failures
Love for God is always fruitful, Pope Francis said Wednesday, stressing that Christ can bring good out of any circumstance -- even an apparent failure.
