Fifteen World Youth Day pilgrims from Ukraine, most of whom had lost a father or other close relative in the war, had a private meeting with Pope Francis Aug. 3.
"After listening to their touching stories, the pope gave the young people a
Even if the fruits are not immediately visible, Christians are called to sow seeds of faith in the world and people around them in their daily lives, Pope Francis said.
Before praying the Angelus with some 15,000 visitors in St. Peter's Square July
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The following are brief biographies of the 21 new cardinals who will be created by Pope Francis Sept. 30 at the Vatican: Cardinal-designate Robert F. Prevost Cardinal-designate Robert F. Prevost, 67, is prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops,
As Catholic schools worldwide face several challenges -- including declining enrollments, funding or maintaining a distinctive religious character -- the Vatican has urged religious orders, dioceses and laypeople to come together to "take risks" and be creative in finding solutions.
Before beginning his general audience talk, the pope walked with his cane to a large reliquary containing the relics of St. Thérèse that was placed on a table near where he sits to deliver his catechesis. He placed a large white rose
Pope Francis has named U.S. Cardinal Kevin J. Farrell, prefect of the Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life, to be the next president of the supreme court of Vatican City State.
Until Pope Francis modified the judiciary of the city-state in April,
St. Francis Xavier offers the faithful, especially young people who are itching to make a difference in the world, a wonderful example of how to find courage in prayer and spread the joy of the Gospel, Pope Francis said.