Papal ring, insignia destroyed at cardinals’ final meeting
By Junno Arocho Esteves, CNS – On the eve of the conclave that will decide the next pontiff, the ring and lead seal of the late Pope...
Our Head of Church, Pope Francis has an uncanny way of speaking in a direct, Christ-centered way. We feature his papal audiences, Angelus talks, homilies and interviews.
By Junno Arocho Esteves, CNS – On the eve of the conclave that will decide the next pontiff, the ring and lead seal of the late Pope...
By Kati Dijane – Members from different Christian denominations, clad in their church regalia, gathered in Soweto, the heart of South Africa’s rich history, to pay their...
Christian Living / Church / Magliano / Pope Francis
by Tony Magliano · Published April 28, 2025 · Last modified May 29, 2025
By Tony Magliano – In a world that so often turns its back on those most in need, Pope Francis instead consistently exemplified Jesus’ call to us to...
By Carol Glatz, CNS – Members of the College of Cardinals had a chance to take a quick bus tour through Rome on their way to visit...
By James Katende – The teachings of Pope Francis serve as a powerful example to Catholics and non-Catholics worldwide, inspiring a deeper commitment to a heart of...
Church / Mercy & Forgiveness / Peace & Justice / Pope Francis
by CNS · Published April 27, 2025 · Last modified April 28, 2025
By Justin McLellan, CNS – Mercy — the cornerstone of Pope Francis’ teaching and ministry — must guide the Catholic Church through its period of mourning and...
By Fr Wenceslaus Wangila CMM of Mthatha Diocese – Pope Francis—a shepherd of souls, a beacon of hope, and a tireless advocate for love, mercy, and justice. For...
By Fr Stan Muyebe – Pope Francis has attracted both admiration and criticism, with some criticising him because he disrupted the foundations of their sense of security,...
The Southern Cross, in association with the SACBC, is preparing a special memorial edition to honour the life, ministry and legacy of Pope Francis. This tribute will...
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Given the late Pope Francis’ care and concern for the poor, a representative group of them has been formally invited to welcome...
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