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4 Kernels of Wisdom from Pope Benedict XVI’s Last Message to the World
On the first anniversary of the former pope's death, we look at his final work, “What Is Christianity? The Last Writings,” published by Ignatius Press.
What countries did Pope Francis visit in 2023 and what did he say?
Despite advanced age and health challenges, the pope visited six countries on three continents in 2023.
Vatican announces art contest for Stations of the Cross to be displayed in St. Peter’s Basilica
The Vatican has announced an art competition in which your paintings can be displayed inside of St. Peter’s Basilica.
EWTN to Air Conference on Pope Benedict XVI One Year After His Death
A conference titled “Remembering Benedict XVI: Life, Teaching, Legacy” will be held in Rome on Dec. 30–31 and will air on EWTN on Dec. 31.
Pope Francis Urges Young Adults at Taizé Event to "dare to build a different world"
The European Meeting is an annual ecumenical Christian event that hosts several thousand young adults from across the world to gather and pray in a host city.
Pope Francis Meets With U.S.-born Cardinal amid Salary, Apartment Controversy
In a press release, the Holy See Press Office briefly mentioned that the pope had met with Cardinal Raymond Burke in an audience Friday morning.
Pope Francis Speaks With Ukraine President about Peace Efforts
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the pontiff expressed “his wishes of peace — just peace for all of us” during the Dec. 28 phone call.
Vatican to Publish Private Homilies of Pope Benedict XVI
The Vatican Publishing House said this month that it intends to release a book of about 130 homilies given by the late pope.
Pope Francis Sends Papal Almoner to Holy Land for Christmas as a Sign of Solidarity
Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, who serves as the papal almoner, will spend Christmas in Jerusalem, where he will join the local Christian community in praying for peace.
More Bishops Voice Criticism, Support for Vatican Document on Blessing Same-sex Couples
Some bishops, including Cardinal Gerhard Müller and several bishops in Africa, have firmly denounced the Vatican’s document.
Bishops Around the World Are Divided Over Vatican’s Same-sex Blessing Declaration
Some bishops are welcoming the news, some are approaching it with caution, while others are outright refusing to implement it.
TIMELINE: What Has the Catholic Church Said about Same-sex "blessings"?
Here’s a timeline of how the controversy over same-sex blessings has unfolded.
Pope Francis Condemns Reported Israeli Sniper Attack on Gaza Catholic Church
The Latin Patriarch in Jerusalem reported that two women were shot by the IDF on Dec. 16.
Pope Francis Turns 87: One of the Oldest Popes in Church History
As the 266th successor of St. Peter to the papacy, Francis will be the oldest bishop of Rome since Pope Leo XIII, the oldest pope in history.
Vatican Court Sentences Cardinal to 5 Years in Jail for Embezzlement
Five other defendants in the "Trial of the Century" received similar sentences.
Vatican Doctrine Office Encourages Single Mothers to Receive Communion after Confession
The Vatican’s doctrine office published a letter on Thursday confirming that single mothers can receive Communion after going to confession.
Pope Francis Recognizes Miracle Attributed to St. Teresa of Ávila’s Spiritual Daughter
In a decree signed Dec. 14, Pope Francis authorized the beatification of Ana de Lobera y Torres, better known by her religious name Sister Ana de Jesús.
Pope Francis Says That He Wants to Be Buried in Marian Basilica in New Interview
Pope Francis has said that he wants to be buried in the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome because of his devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Pope Francis Celebrates 54 Years as a Priest
On Dec. 13, 1969, just four days before his 33rd birthday, Jesuit Jorge Mario Bergoglio — who today is Pope Francis — was ordained a priest.
Synod on Synodality Next Steps: Pope to Choose "big questions" for Further Study
The possible ordination of women to the diaconate is among the “matters of great relevance” that synod delegates in October said require further consideration.
