Pope continues to govern the church, says Vatican secretary of state
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Even on his worst days in Rome’s Gemelli hospital, Pope Francis was governing the Catholic…
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Pope to Jubilee pilgrims: God acts even when we do not see the results
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis encouraged pilgrim groups visiting Rome for the Holy Year to be witnesses of…
Not knowing pope’s role, Vatican publishes Holy Week, Easter schedule
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — As Pope Francis continues his convalescence, the Vatican published a full calendar of Holy Week…
Jesus pursues brokenness to offer healing, pope’s catechesis says
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Jesus seeks out people in their woundedness and isolation to offer healing and hope, even…
Safeguarding is essential to being faithful to Gospel, papal message says
byBy Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Those who work to keep children and vulnerable adults safe are serving and honoring Christ,…
Pope knew he ‘might not make it,’ physician says
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service ROME — For Pope Francis’ medical team at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, Feb. 28 was the worst day. “For…
As Pope Francis leaves hospital, his almoner and doctors bring medical care to migrants
byBy Paulina Guzik, OSV NewsOSV News The same day Pope Francis was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli hospital after a five-week stay for treatment for…
Pope to return to Vatican, prescribed to continue rest, doctors announce
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis will return to his residence in the Vatican March 23 after spending 38…
Pope Francis’ 12-year papacy examined for impact on migration
byBy Kate Scanlon, OSV News WASHINGTON — Catholic theologians and other experts discussed the impact of Pope Francis’ pontificate on issues, particularly migration, as…
Facing fear with Jesus can set faithful free, pope’s catechesis says
byBy Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Change can be frightening, but the Holy Spirit encourages the faithful to face their fears,…