Pope’s November prayer intention: For the Pope
Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of November, asking the faithful to pray that the Lord will bless him.
Pope: May Christmas bring peace to our world and turn sorrow into joy
In his Christmas message at the midday "Urbi et Orbi" blessing on Christmas Day, Pope Francis speaks of how the Child Jesus reveals God's tender love for each one of us, which brings about "the joy that consoles hearts....
Pope’s March prayer intention: For the martyrs of our day
Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for March, asking for prayers for the martyrs of our day, and recalling a story he was told by a...
Vatican to publish new document on Marian apparitions next week
The Vatican’s doctrine office will publish a new document next week on discerning Marian apparitions and other supernatural events...
Participants in World Grandparents Day granted Plenary Indulgence
In a move to foster devotion among the faithful, the Apostolic Penitentiary will grant a Plenary Indulgence to Catholics taking part in...
Pope Francis says the Catholic Church is ‘more alive’ outside of Europe
Pope Francis on Wednesday said the Catholic Church is “more alive” outside of Europe as he reflected back on his recent apostolic journey...