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It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again: Pope Francis
St. John the Baptist reminds us that Advent is a privileged time to turn back toward God — something it is never too late to do, Pope Francis said Sunday.
Pope Francis Blesses Nativity Scene Made by Craftsmen in Guatemala
Pope Francis blessed a nativity scene on Saturday that was handmade by artisan craftsmen in Guatemala.
Pope Francis’ Watch Auctioned Off and Proceeds Set a World Record
A watch worn by Pope Francis was sold Wednesday at a charity auction and set a new world record for the brand.
Pope Francis: The Church has a Duty to Welcome People with Disabilities
Pope Francis celebrated the International Day of Disabled Persons on Saturday at the Vatican with a group of children with disabilities and their families.
Planned Ecumenical Trip Time to Reflect “peace, stability”: South Sudanese Archbishop
The planned ecumenical visit to South Sudan to be undertaken by Pope Francis, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and the Moderator of the Church of Scotland, Iain Greenshields in February 2023 provides an opportunity to reflect on “peace and stability,” the Catholic Archbishop in the country has said.
Pope Francis: The Effects of the War in Ukraine are Being Felt all Over the World
Pope Francis said Friday that the war between Russia and Ukraine is an example of the “globalization of problems” with the far-felt effects of the energy and food crises.
Pope Francis to Realize Postponed Trip to Africa, Vatican Unveils Itinerary
Pope Francis is set to realize his postponed trip to two African countries early next year, officials of the Holy See have announced.
Pope Francis Praises "fruitful" Theology of Benedict XVI
Pope Francis on Thursday praised the role of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and his theology for the Church.
Catholic Bishops in Africa Eulogize Cardinal Who Served “with dedication, generosity”
Members of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) have paid glowing tribute to Richard Kuuia Cardinal Baawobr who passed on in Rome on November 27.
Restoration of Christian Unity "an urgent priority in today’s world": Pope Francis
Pope Francis said Wednesday that the full restoration of communion among all Christians is “an urgent priority in today’s world.”
Daily Examination of Conscience Helps Avoid Repeating Mistakes: Pope at General Audience
Pope Francis has recommended a daily examination of conscience as an “indispensable” practice in spiritual life.
“Faithful witness, wise, gentle pastor”: Holy Father Pays Tribute to Late African Cardinal
Pope Francis has eulogized the late Richard Kuuia Cardinal Baawobr who died on Sunday, November 27 as a “faithful witness to the gospel”.
Pope Francis: Benedict XVI was "leader" in Responding to Sexual Abuse
In a recent interview Pope Francis said his predecessor Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI was a leader in “taking responsibility” and responding with transparency to clerical sexual abuse — the latest defense by the Holy Father of his predecessor, who is facing criticism in his native Germany for his handling of several abuse cases as an archbishop decades ago.
Catholic Bishop Mourns African Cardinal Who Desired to Revive Symposium of Bishops
The desire of Richard Kuuia Cardinal Baawobr, who served as President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) before his death on Sunday, November 27, was to fire up the work of the common forum of Catholic Bishops on the continent, the Bishop of Oyo Diocese in Nigeria has said.
“Jesus did not create Bishops’ conferences”: Pope Francis
Pope Francis has emphasized the difference between bishops’ conferences and bishops in a new interview with America Magazine.
Pope Francis Says Dialogue “slow,” But Only Way Forward with China
In a new interview with America Magazine, Pope Francis said the Vatican-China deal has had both failures and successes, but he “cannot find another way” to carry out diplomacy.
Recently Elevated African Cardinal Dies Days after Leaving Hospital in Rome
Richard Kuuia Cardinal Baawobr, one of the Catholic Church leaders elevated to Cardinal during the August 27 Consistory, has died.
Pope Francis: God is Present "in everyday things"
It is good to remember that God is present to us even in the small, everyday events of our lives, Pope Francis said on the first Sunday of Advent.
"Violence kills the future": Pope Francis on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict after 2 Boys Die
Pope Francis has spoken out against violence in the Holy Land, after one teenager died in a blast in Jerusalem and another teenager died in armed clashes in Palestine last week.
Pope Francis Prays for Homeless Man Who Died in St. Peter's Square
Pope Francis is praying for a homeless man who was found dead near the colonnade of St. Peter’s Square on Friday morning.
