Before conclave, cardinal warns of cruelty hidden behind ‘elegant speeches’
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — As the Catholic Church’s cardinals prepare to elect a new pope, they must be wary…
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All the pope’s women: How Francis’ legacy is shaping the next chapter of the church
byBy Ines San Martin, OSV News ROME — While much of the world’s attention is on what will happen in the Sistine Chapel and…
Top contenders for papacy after Pope Francis
byBy Michael R. Heinlein, OSV News At the conclusion of the official days of mourning following the death of Pope Francis on April 21,…
Cardinals approve electors for conclave, formally ask for prayers
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The College of Cardinals confirmed that 135 members are eligible to participate in the conclave,…
On electing a pope: 10 frequently asked questions answered
byBy OSV News Thousands gather in St. Peter’s Square, waiting for the sign that a new pope has been elected. All watch as the…
Study: Personal encouragement, Eucharistic adoration key to 2025 priestly vocations
byBy Gina Christian, OSV News Personal encouragement to consider whether Jesus Christ is calling them to priesthood, along with regular Eucharistic adoration, continue to…
Build communion with diversity, abbot tells cardinals before conclave
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The cardinals preparing to elect a new pope must strengthen communion in the Catholic Church,…
Conclave to elect next pope will begin May 7
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — The 135 cardinals eligible to elect the next pope will enter the Sistine Chapel to…
Church must carry on pope’s legacy of mercy, cardinal says
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Mercy — the cornerstone of Pope Francis’ teaching and ministry — must guide the Catholic…
At Jubilee of Teenagers, grief is mingled with joyful hope for church’s future
byBy Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — For thousands of young teens who traveled to Rome for the Jubilee of Teenagers,…