Pope Baptises 21 Babies in Sistine Chapel
By Carol Glatz, CNS – When children are baptised, their parents and the church are giving them the greatest gift ever: the gift of faith, Pope Francis...
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Pope offers prayers for those impacted by LA wildfires
By CNS – As wildfires continued to burn, Pope Francis assured the people of Los Angeles of his prayers. “Entrusting the souls of the deceased to the...
Chapel onboard historic Italian naval ship designated a Jubilee church
By Justin McLellan, CNS – The Italian naval ship “Amerigo Vespucci,” currently completing its global tour, has been designated a Jubilee church for the Holy Year 2025,...
Pope on Epiphany: God does not reject or forget anyone
By Carol Glatz, CNS – Just as the star over Bethlehem called to and welcomed everyone to encounter the newborn Jesus, God today calls on the faithful...
Pope names Consolata Missionary as the first woman dicastery prefect
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Pope Francis has appointed Consolata Missionary Sister Simona Brambilla to be the first woman to lead a Vatican dicastery, naming her prefect...
Pope’s New Year Message: Cherish Life!
By Carol Glatz, CNS – Marking the feast of Mary, Mother of God, and the start of the new year, Pope Francis renewed his appeal for a...
Pope preaches value of hope, kindness on popular BBC programme
By Justin McLellan, CNS – Speaking on one of the United Kingdom’s most popular radio programs, Pope Francis encouraged millions of listeners to reject pessimism, treat others...
Vatican: 13 Missionaries Were Killed in 2024
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Thirteen Catholic “missionaries” were killed in 2024, most of them during the commission of a robbery, but several obviously were targeted for...
Pope Francis’ 2024: Turning 88, praying for peace, presiding over synod
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – In late November, during a brief audience with people involved in the sport of motorcycle racing, Pope Francis asked for prayers, joking...
Pope urges war-torn world to walk through door of peace on Christmas
By Justin McLellan, CNS – As millions of pilgrims prepare to cross through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis called on individuals, nations and...
