In February, Pope wrote a preface for book on old age (full text)
It is true, one becomes old, but this is not the problem: the problem is how one becomes old. ...
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It was 70 years ago today that the Pope heard call to be a priest
"It is Matthew's gesture that strikes me: He grabs his money, as if to say: 'No, not me! No, this money is mine!' Here, this is me: a sinner to whom the Lord has turned his eyes.
10 Beatified nuns killed by Red Army represent 100 others who suffered same fate
Pope Francis praises the testimony of these women religious, beatified in Poland. Pray to them for end of war in Ukraine.
Legal experts’ annex to Benedict’s letter clarifies error
The same lawyers who drafted the report said that they presumed with probability that Ratzinger knew, but without this claim being corroborated by testimonies or documents.
Vatican opens nunciature in United Arab Emirates
Official: “I am convinced that the relationship formed over this period is based on a mutual understanding of the importance of faith and the positive role that religion should play in society.”
The Munich report and Ratzinger’s fight against abuse
Following the publication of the investigation, the years of the Pope Emeritus’ Bavarian episcopate are in the spotlight. It's only fair to remember Benedict XVI’s fight against clerical pedophilia during his pontificate and his willingness to meet and listen to the victims, asking them for forgiveness.
(Photos!) Pope has Christmas party with children assisted by WWI charity
It's boring to be self-centered, says Pope Francis! Better to listen to others!
Pope sends message to Iraqi PM after drone attack on his residence
Prays that Iraqis will pursue the path of peace through dialogue and fraternal solidarity.
Pope and Korean leader hoping for peace with North
Francis and Moon Jae-in continue speaking about bettering situation with North Korea.
A quick intro to soon-to-be Blessed John Paul I
He's mostly known for his ultra-short pontificate. But there's much more to know.
Pope creates Holy See foundation to financially support Catholic hospitals
A number of Catholic health facilities run by religious orders face money issues.
On eve of EU vote on abortion, bishops decry 3 errors in resolution
Abortion isn't an "essential health service" nor a "human right."
Pope: Pray for me at the North Pole!
Paralyzed athlete is ready for a challenging expedition, and now feels the pope's support.
Pope makes broad revision to Canon Law, streamlining and unifying
Various revisions apply to crimes of sex abuse
Pope concludes month-long Rosary relay with Our Lady, Undoer of Knots
To this advocation of Our Lady, the pope presented five special petitions that have been complicated by the pandemic.
Pope kisses the tattooed number on arm of concentration camp survivor
Lidia Maksymowicz spent three years of her life in the "children's block" of Auschwitz, one of Mengele's victims.
Vatican Radio journalist recalls the events of 13 May 1981
May 13 marks the 40th anniversary of the assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II. Vatican Radio’s retired director of the English Program recalls those events.
Pope Francis will open meeting aimed at encouraging openness to life
Italy is one of many countries facing alarming birthrates.
12-year-old martyr beatified in Guatemala
Juan Barrera Méndez thought of as the Carlo Acutis of Guatemala.
Pope Francis celebrates his name day with chocolate and vaccines
For this feast of St. Jorge (George), the Holy Father visited with people receiving their 2nd dose of the Pfizer vaccine.