Pope arrives in Canada focused on repentance
EDMONTON, Alberta — After a flight of more than 10 hours from Rome, Pope Francis landed in Edmonton and met briefly at the airport…
‘Let’s take advantage of vacation time to stop and listen to Jesus’
VATICAN CITY — The Gospel story of the sisters Mary and Martha, one sitting at Jesus’ feet and the other making sure their guest…
Pope urges young people to ‘make their voices heard’
VATICAN CITY — Young Europeans must be a sign of unity and inclusion to counter today’s culture that seeks to divide humanity through violence…
Pope says he’ll add women to panel that helps him select bishops
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis said he plans to name two women to the committee that helps him choose bishops for the world’s Latin-rite…
Pope elevates San Diego bishop to cardinal
SAN DIEGO — A cardinal has never served as bishop of San Diego. But on Aug. 27 in an assembly at St. Peter’s Basilica…
Pope apologizes for postponing July trip to Africa
By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis apologized to the people of Congo and South Sudan for postponing his planned trip to their…
Catholic-Anglican unity requires walking, working together, Pope says
VATICAN CITY —Divided Christians must recognize how their sins have fractured Christ’s church, be honest about the struggles their communities are facing and be…
Pope calls for end to ‘barbarity of war’ in Ukraine
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis renewed his call for an Easter truce in Ukraine, as many in the country commemorate Christ’s resurrection under the…
Courageous craftsmanship: Pope shows how to be an artisan of peace
VATICAN CITY — Being against war and for peace requires more than urgent appeals and treaties, according to Pope Francis. It requires a demanding,…
Honor, protect dignity of elderly, Pope says
VATICAN CITY — The fourth commandment does not only imply honoring one’s father and mother, but also the respect and care for the dignity…
