Pope Francis
Pope Francis
Pope Francis
Jesus, the source of truth, sets people free, pope says at audience
Wednesday, October 6, 202103 By remaining in Jesus, Christians are free because his truth transforms their lives and guides them away from the slavery of sin toward what is good, Pope Francis said.
Vatican launches prayer campaign for Laudato Si' goals
Friday, October 1, 2021013 Groups and individuals who have accepted Pope Francis' invitation to step up their commitment to caring for creation are encouraged to prepare for their journey with a new prayer campaign
In Christ, great sinners can become great saints, pope says
Wednesday, September 29, 202104 Even the greatest sinners can become just in God's eyes if they allow the grace offered by Jesus' death and resurrection to give them the strength to be holy, Pope Francis said. "Justification" is a gift from God that "allows us to recuperate the...
Greatness is measured by service, pope says
Monday, September 20, 2021012 In God's view, human greatness is measured by how one serves or helps someone who cannot offer anything in exchange, Pope Francis said.More news
Vatican releases guidance for dioceses to begin synodal path
The Vatican has issued the preparatory document and a "handbook" for dioceses as part of the global church's preparation for the 2023 assembly of the Synod of Bishops, discussing the theme, "For a synodal church: communion, participation and
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Pope encourages people to rediscover importance of Sunday liturgy
Pope Francis encouraged new courses of action for parishes to help people understand the importance of Sunday Mass and parish ministries, a top Vatican official wrote in a message.
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Pope prays for peace in Afghanistan as Taliban takes control
Hours before the Taliban took control of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, Pope Francis expressed his hope for the peace and safety of the country's citizens.
Monday, August 16, 2021
At Angelus, pope warns against using God, others for selfish aims
People should seek Jesus out of genuine love, not calculated self-interest, Pope Francis said.
Monday, August 2, 2021
Elderly are to be valued, not discarded, pope says
Older people are not "leftovers" to be discarded; rather, they continue to be precious nourishment for families, young people and communities, Pope Francis said in the homily he wrote for the Mass marking the first World Day for Grandparents and the...
Monday, July 26, 2021
Pope will lead Angelus, not Mass, on world day for elderly
The Vatican press office said Pope Francis, who had colon surgery July 4, would not preside over a liturgy July 25 marking the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. The pope, however, is scheduled to give his normal Angelus address and...
Friday, July 23, 2021