Pope Benedict XVI dies; funeral to be Jan. 5 in St. Peter’s Square
His body will lie in St. Peter’s Basilica beginning Jan. 2 so that people can pay their respects.
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Pope Francis says retired Pope Benedict is ‘very sick’
Pope Francis asking for special prayers.
Celebrate Christmas ‘with Ukraine in your hearts,’ pope says, urging aid
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Celebrating Christmas is important and beautiful, Pope Francis said, but he asked people to spend less on their celebrations this year and donate the savings to … Learn More
Being ‘inclusive’ of those with disabilities means valuing them, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Making churches accessible and services understandable is important, but having wheelchair ramps and sign-language interpreters is not enough for a parish to call itself “inclusive,” Pope … Learn More
With America magazine pope talks about church division, women, abortion
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In a wide-ranging interview with top staff of America magazine, Pope Francis decried increased polarization within the Catholic Church, affirmed the need to involve more women … Learn More
Enlarge the tent: Synod document sees desire for greater inclusion
Two of the issues raised most often in reports sent to the Vatican were the need to respect and value the contributions women make to the church.
Newark auxiliary bishops participate in Vatican’s New Bishops Formation Program (Q & A + Photos)
Catholic bishops from around the world — 155 in total — gathered in early September in Rome for the New Bishops Formation Program. This year’s class was larger than usual … Learn More
Shifting mindsets on persons with disabilities in the Church
Our Catholic faith is based on respecting the dignity of every person and teaches that we should do what we can to support the flourishing of every individual regardless of … Learn More
In interview, pope condemns abortion, says he’s not resigning
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In a wide-ranging interview with the Reuters news agency, Pope Francis condemned abortion, dismissed the idea that he’s preparing to resign and said he still hopes … Learn More
After court decision, it’s time for widespread pro-life work, Vatican says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — A truly pro-life celebration of the U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade would lead to cooperative efforts to pass legislation protecting life, women’s rights … Learn More