Faith always wants to move, reach out to others, pope says
VATICAN CITY — Like keeping a bicycle upright when riding it, a balanced life of faith is possible only in motion, Pope Francis said. “If you stop, it does not … Learn More
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Pope encourages children to speak up, work for peace
VATICAN CITY — In a celebration of life, peace, joy, and harmony, thousands of children representing young people on every continent greeted Pope Francis during an afternoon event in the … Learn More
Charismatic renewal must help dioceses with lay formation, pope says
VATICAN CITY — Charismatic renewal movements should provide support and advice to bishops and priests by accompanying, guiding, and deepening the faith of all those who take part in their … Learn More
Synod, soccer, sexuality: Pope gives another wide-ranging interview
VATICAN CITY — In an hourlong interview with Italy’s main news program, Pope Francis announced he would travel to Dubai in early December for the U.N. Climate Change Conference, COP28. … Learn More
Learn about the lives of saints, be moved by their examples, pope says
VATICAN CITY — Holiness is a gift everyone receives with baptism, and it is a journey to be made together with the help of the saints in heaven, Pope Francis … Learn More
Vatican Nativity scene to honor 800th anniversary of St. Francis’ creche
VATICAN CITY — On the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi setting up the first Nativity scene, the creche in St. Peter’s Square in 2023 will come from the … Learn More
Wanting to ‘control’ God, confine him to an agenda is idolatry, pope says
VATICAN CITY — To reform the church is to put God first and adore him, and to love and serve others, Pope Francis said at Mass marking the conclusion of … Learn More
Pope Francis asks Mary to ‘convert those who fuel and foment conflict’
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis asked Mary to look mercifully upon the human family, “which has strayed from the path of peace,” and entrusted to her protection the world’s regions … Learn More
Listen to, trust the lay faithful, pope tells synod members
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis told members of the synod on synodality that they should respect and honor the faith of all baptized Catholics, including the women, trusting “the holy, … Learn More
Pope clears way for canonization of ‘Mama Antula’
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has recognized a miracle attributed to the intercession of Blessed Maria Antonia de Paz Figueroa, an 18th-century consecrated lay woman from Argentina. The Vatican press office said the … Learn More