Pope Francis addresses Ukraine, Middle East in Christmas Day message: 'May the sound of weapons be silenced'
Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, delivered the "Urbi et Orbi" Christmas message and blessing from the ...
Pope Francis Launches Jubilee Year As Rome Braces For Millions Of Pilgrims
Amid security worries, millions of pilgrims are expected to descend on Rome for a Jubilee Year of major Catholic celebrations ...
In Christmas message, Pope Francis criticizes gossip among Vatican staff
Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social ...
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Israel lashes out at Vatican after Pope Francis condemns killing of children
The pontiff's condemnation of atrocities in Gaza reveals an increasing anger over Israel's actions in the holy land ...
Pope Francis Calls for Negotiations To End Ukraine War in Christmas Speech
The pope also voiced concern about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza in his Christmas address, labeling the situation ...
On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis appeals for courage to better the world
Pope Francis said the story of Jesus' birth as a poor carpenter's son should instil hope that all people can make an impact ...
Biden heading to Vatican City next month to meet with Pope Francis, Meloni in final overseas trip
The White House announced that President Joe Biden will head to Italy early next month for a public meeting with Pope Francis ...
Israel Summons Vatican Envoy After Pope Francis Condemned ‘Cruelty’ In Gaza
Israel summoned the Vatican envoy to discuss Pope Francis' comments on Gaza airstrikes. The Pope described the airstrikes as ...
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Pope Francis prays for persecuted Christians on feast of St. Stephen
In his Angelus address on Dec. 26, Pope Francis reflected on Stephen’s last words as he was being stoned to death: “Lord, do ...