Meeting young people receiving care at an oncology-hematology clinic in Poland, Pope Francis told them they are witnesses of hope, and he reminded them Jesus is their friend.
Media literacy needed to counter polarization, narrow thinking, pope says
Rather than supporting the growth of commercial technology and artificial intelligence, governments should be supporting families and educators in being the main channels of passing on culture and values, Pope Francis told ambassadors and other diplomats accredited to the Holy See.
God does not reject, forget anyone, pope says on feast of Epiphany
Just as the star over Bethlehem called to and welcomed everyone to encounter the newborn Jesus, God today calls on the faithful to welcome everyone, creating safe, open spaces to find warmth and shelter, Pope Francis said.
Destination of Holy Year pilgrimage is encounter with Jesus, pope says
When Catholics come to Rome for the Holy Year, their journey should have the specific goal of encountering and listening to Jesus, Pope Francis said.
Cardinal Angelo Amato, former Vatican official, dies at 86
Italian Cardinal Angelo Amato, who served as secretary of the Vatican’s doctrinal office and then as head of the then-Congregation for Saints’ Causes, died in Rome Dec. 31 at the age of 86.
On New Year’s, pope calls for real commitment to respect human life
Marking the feast of Mary, Mother of God, and the start of the new year, Pope Francis renewed his appeal for a “firm commitment” to respect all human life worldwide.
Israeli minister asks pope to clarify remarks about genocide claims in Gaza
Israel’s minister of diaspora affairs and combating antisemitism asked Pope Francis to clarify his remarks about the need to investigate whether the current war in Gaza constitutes a genocide.
Pope will receive outgoing U.S. President Biden at Vatican Jan. 10
Pope Francis will meet with outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden at the Vatican Jan. 10 to discuss efforts to promote peace worldwide, the White House’s press secretary said.
Support of pontifical missions reflects Jesus’ love for poor, pope says
Pope Francis praised Catholics who support the Pontifical Mission Societies’ work with the poor and those on the margins of society, saying such assistance is a concrete expression of Jesus’ love.
Pope: Skill, performance are not enough, empathy, heart needed at work
Pope Francis told young people preparing to seek employment not to accept just any kind of work, especially if it is “evil,” and not to compromise their beliefs for any reason, even for money or social status.
Iraqi police intercepted terrorists planning to assassinate him, pope says
On Pope Francis’ 88th birthday, two major newspapers on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean published two different excerpts from his new book on hope.
Banks driven by profit-at-all-costs hurt people, economy, pope says
When the world of banking and finance crushes people instead of helping them, it betrays its very purpose and promotes an “uncivilized economy,” Pope Francis said.