Pope urges young people to embrace vocation as ‘pilgrims of hope’
By Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — Amid widespread uncertainty and social fragmentation, Pope Francis urged young people to embrace their vocation as “pilgrims of…
Pope approves next phase of global synod
By Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has approved the next phase of the Synod of Bishops on synodality, launching a three-year implementation…
After a month in hospital, pope’s condition is stable
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — After one full month of being hospitalized and treated for double pneumonia and other respiratory infections, Pope Francis’…
Cardinal McElroy installed as archbishop of Washington
WASHINGTON — More than 3,500 people crowded into the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on March 11 for the Solemn…
Ash Wednesday teaches human fragility, Gospel hope
By Cindy Wooden ROME — The journey of Lent “unfolds amid the remembrance of our fragility and the hope that, at the end of…
Mary’s search for Jesus reflects every Christian’s journey, pope says
By Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — Despite her distress at losing the 12-year-old Jesus, Mary’s search for her son is a model of every…
Pope writes about ‘blessing’ hidden in frailty
By Cindy Wooden ROME — As he continues to receive treatment in Rome’s Gemelli hospital, Pope Francis sent written thanks for people’s prayers, but…
Day after breathing crisis, pope’s condition is stable
By Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY— Pope Francis remained in stable condition and did not suffer another respiratory episode a day after having “an isolated…
Cardinal shares role he plans to have in D.C.
SAN DIEGO — “It has been a great grace for me being here, and part of my heart will always be here in San…
Pope’s condition worsens, on stronger ventilation
By Carol Glatz VATICAN CITY — After experiencing progressive improvement the past few days, Pope Francis experienced “an isolated crisis of bronchospasm” which led…
