China recognizes papal appointment of auxiliary bishop in Fuzhou
“This event constitutes a further fruit of the dialogue between the Holy See and the Chinese authorities” — Matteo Bruni, Vatican press office By…
Papal diplomats must always defend poor, religious freedom, pope says
By Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Every papal diplomat around the world must let people know that the Catholic Church is always on…
God’s love breaks down walls, opens borders, dispels hatred, pope says
By Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In a world marked by wars and where people are disconnected and numb with…
Pope Leo XIV begins his first month listening before acting
By Junno Arocho Esteves, OSV News (OSV News) — Since his election to the chair of St. Peter one month ago, Pope Leo XIV has…
Pope’s prayer intention for June: That the world grow in compassion
By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for June, a month devoted to the Sacred Heart of…
New pope calls for Christian witness in world that finds faith ‘absurd’
By Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Where Christians are “mocked, opposed, despised or at best tolerated and pitied” is where the Catholic Church’s…
As pope’s casket is sealed, he is remembered for simplicity, humility
By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — After an estimated 250,000 people had passed by the body of Pope Francis, lying in…
Poor to welcome pope’s casket to St. Mary Major where simple tomb is ready
By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Given the late Pope Francis’ care and concern for the poor, a representative group…
Special terms used during the period between popes
VATICAN CITY — Here is an explanation of some of the terms and practices related to the time between the death of Pope Francis…
Pope’s funeral set for April 26, public viewing April 23-25
By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated April 26 in St. Peter’s Square,…