VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has sent retired Pope Benedict XVI his prayers and condolences for the death of his brother, Msgr. Georg Ratzinger. The monsignor, a musician and the retired pope’s elder brother, ...
Some people always will want to destroy unity and stifle prophets, Pope Francis said on the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul. And yet, Jesus challenges everyone to be -- like Peter -- a rock for ...
Ignatius Press will be publishing Australian Cardinal George Pell's prison journal and it is also appealing for donations it will give the cardinal for outstanding legal expenses incurred in defending himself against allegations of the ...
Everyone lives a life that is often inconsistent or a "contradiction" because people can be both a sinner and a saint, a victim and a tormentor, Pope Francis said. No matter what one's situation is, ...
The increased screen time and isolation due to quarantine measures or restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic have put vulnerable minors at greater risk of grooming and abuse online, a Jesuit safeguarding expert said. Almost every ...
The Eucharist heals people of their wounds, emptiness and sadness, and gives them the strength to share Christ's loving mercy with others, Pope Francis said.The joy of the Lord can change lives, the pope said ...
With so many people left unemployed or in a precarious position because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pope Francis launched a fund aimed specifically at helping people in Rome struggling economically in the wake of the ...
Pope Francis prayed for people living in countries where COVID-19 is still causing a huge number of deaths, and he cautioned people in Italy to continue to be careful and follow health precautions. "Be careful, do ...
Building a healthier, better world depends on everyone, Pope Francis said in his message marking World Environment Day June 5. "We cannot remain silent before the outcry when we realize the very high costs of ...
Observing with great concern the social unrest unfolding in the United States, Pope Francis said no one can claim to defend the sanctity of every human life while turning a blind eye to racism and ...
