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Pope Francis: Desire and Christian Hope Can Overcome "dangerous plague" of Nihilism
Describing nihilism as “perhaps the most dangerous plague of today’s culture,” the pope told dicastery members their institution should work to inspire humanity.
Pope Francis Assigns U.S. Cardinal to Carry out "urgent" Overhaul of Vatican Pension Fund
In a Nov. 21 letter to cardinals, prefects, and managers in the Roman Curia, the pope underlined the gravity of the unsustainability of the pension fund.
Pope Francis Announces 2025 Canonizations for Carlo Acutis, Pier Giorgio Frassati During Jubilee Celebrations
The surprise announcement came at the conclusion of the pope’s weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square as Francis celebrated World Children’s Day.
Pope Francis Conveys Closeness to Ukraine in Letter Marking 1,000th Day of War
In a letter sent to Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, apostolic nuncio to Ukraine, Pope Francis expressed his great sorrow for the suffering of the people there.
Pope Francis’ Claim That Israel Action in Gaza Could Be "genocide" Draws Criticism
Pope Francis’ call for an investigation into claims that a genocide may be happening in Gaza has garnered some criticism.
The Poor "continue to wait" for the Church, Governments to Take Action: Pope Francis
During his homily and Angelus address, the Holy Father repeated his plea for Catholics to show their closeness to the poor through gestures of care.
Honoring the "saints next door": Pope Francis Calls for Annual Celebration of Local Holy Men and Women
In a letter released by the Vatican, the pope designated November 9 as a day to honor these figures of holiness, beginning with the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Pope Francis: Young People Can be "artisans of hope" amid Mental Health Challenges
“The challenges are many: the dignity of work, family, education, civic engagement, care for creation, and new technologies,” Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis Asks Rome’s Catholics to Help Combat "housing emergency" during 2025 Jubilee
“I want all diocesan realities that own real estate to offer their contribution to stem the housing emergency,” Pope Francis said.
Italy’s Mafia-fighting "street priest" Archbishop Domenico Battaglia to Become a Cardinal
Battaglia’s reputation as a “street priest” close to drug addicts and the poor has also led some to view him as Pope Francis’ Italian counterpart.
Pope Francis Urges "human-centered" Approach to "climate finance" at UN COP29 Summit
Pope Francis warned that both foreign debt and ecological debt are “mortgaging the future” of nations.
Vatican, Catholic Leaders from Europe Discuss Sexual Abuse in the Church
The Vatican’s Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors is hosting a conference on safeguarding in the Catholic Church in Europe from Nov. 13–15.
True Devotion to Mary always "points to Jesus": Pope Francis
“Mary is always the mother that brings us to Jesus,” the Holy Father said. “Mary does not only point to herself. She points to Jesus.”
Pope Francis to Have Sunday Lunch with 1,300 Guests on World Day of the Poor
This year’s lunch, organized by the Dicastery for the Service of Charity in collaboration with the Italian Red Cross, will be held inside the Paul VI Hall.
Pope Francis Moves Part of Vatican Library and Archive to Rome Seminary
The pope declared that part of the archives and library be moved to a building on extraterritorial Vatican property at the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran.
Self-sacrifice, Humble Service are Key to Good Leadership: Pope Francis
During his Angelus address Sunday, Pope Francis asked his listeners to consider the qualities necessary for good leadership.
Rome’s Most Important Church Celebrates 1,700th Birthday
The church is the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome and the seat of the bishop of Rome, the pope. The adjoining palace served as the papal residence until the 14th century.
At Wednesday General Audience, Pope Francis Urges People to Pray for Spain Flood Victims
“I wished to greet the Virgen de los Desamparados,” the pope told the crowds of pilgrims at the Vatican after placing a white rose before her statue.
Pope Francis Offers Mass for Over 120 Deceased Cardinals and Bishops
Seven Catholic cardinals and 123 Catholic bishops died within the last 12 months. Six U.S. bishops were among the deceased clergy remembered.
Pope Francis: The heart of our faith is love
Every Sunday, Pope Francis appears at a window overlooking St. Peter’s Square to give a brief spiritual reflection before leading the Angelus prayer.
