Pope Francis transfers responsibilities to bishops
With a new motu proprio published on Tuesday, Pope Francis has modified canon law for both the Latin Church and the Eastern Churches...
Christians, Muslims are called to imitate God’s mercy, says cardinal
VATICAN CITY — God asks Christians and Muslims to be forgiving, merciful and compassionate toward others, especially those in need, said Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran.
“We...
Japanese Church releases theme song for Pope’s visit
“Protect All Life” is the theme and logo of the visit of Pope Francis to Japan, 23 to 26 November. Japanese bishops have now released the theme song of the visit.
Brotherly embrace: Pope, Armenian leader highlight Christian unity
VAGHARSHAPAT, Armenia — Recognising that the church of Christ is one and that Christian divisions are a "scandal" to the world, Pope Francis and...
Church in India launches mental health program to confront present challenges
The initiative, led by the Catholic Mental Health Ministry (CMHM) under the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) Office for...
Young Italian tech whiz to be beatified in October
Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian teenager who used his computer programming skills to spread devotion to the Eucharist, will be beatified in October, the Diocese of Assisi announced.