In newly released ‘Laudate Deum,’ pope’s message for our planet is urgent
After some of the hottest years on the planet, Pope warns the clock is ticking.
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‘Laudate Deum’: El planeta refleja una visión profundamente errónea de la vida y la actividad humana
El Papa Francisco advierte que el tiempo corre en nuestra contra para abordar los peligros del cambio climático, y que tanto un cambio de paradigma como la acción práctica son … Learn More
Pope, in document on climate crisis, criticizes science ‘deniers’
VATICAN CITY — After warning the world against ignoring the cries of the earth and the poor with his 2015 encyclical, “Laudato Si’, On Care for Our Common Home,” Pope … Learn More
Pope responds to cardinals on blessings for homosexuals, female priests
VATICAN CITY — The Catholic Church, in pursuit of “pastoral prudence,” should discern if there are ways of giving blessings to homosexual persons that do not alter the church’s teaching … Learn More
Pope writes to children about mission, invites them to Vatican in November
VATICAN CITY — Peering just over the windowsill of Pope Francis’ studio above St. Peter’s Square, five children aged 7-10 joined the pope to announce a special gathering of children … Learn More
Before synod retreat, pope prays for listening instead of polarization
VATICAN CITY — On the eve of a three-day spiritual retreat for participants in the assembly of the Synod of Bishops, Pope Francis prayed that members of the church may embrace silence … Learn More
Papal commission incorporates global feedback in safeguarding guidelines
VATICAN CITY — Four months after soliciting public input on the development of safeguarding guidelines, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors said it had reviewed 300 responses and 700 … Learn More
10 things to know about October’s Synod on Synodality in Rome
The eyes of the Catholic world turn to Rome Oct. 4, as the worldwide Synod of Bishops convenes on the feast of St. Francis of Assisi to focus on “synodality” and understanding … Learn More
Pope names two Chinese bishops to synod; Vatican publishes synod schedule
VATICAN CITY — On the recommendation of the Catholic bishops of mainland China in consultation with the Chinese government, Pope Francis has named two bishops from the country’s mainland as … Learn More
Pope to global leaders: Save children, the planet ‘before it’s too late’
VATICAN CITY — Kicking off a global meeting of leaders, Pope Francis told former U.S. President Bill Clinton and the global community to take action to ensure peace for future … Learn More
