Holy See ‘deplores’ offence to Christians in Opening Ceremony
The Holy See has expressed its sadness and regret at some parts of the 26 July opening ceremony for the Olympic Games in Paris.
Pope appeals for release of 317 schoolgirls kidnapped in Nigeria
Pope Francis joins the Bishops of Nigeria in appealing for the release of 317 schoolgirls who were abducted in northwest Nigeria on Friday.
Pope Francis on Middle East: War should never be considered normal
War is madness, Pope Francis told bishops gathered in the Italian city of Bari Sunday in a speech that warned against populist sentiments and condemned countries that sell weapons that fund wars in the Middle East.
Pope Francis: Be God’s people, not God’s elite
Catholics are called to be God’s people, not God’s elite, Pope Francis said in a video message Monday.
Pope: During Advent ask what we should do for Jesus and others
At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis says the Advent Season is about asking ourselves how to prepare for Christmas and what we can do for Jesus and others, concretely, in our lives.
Pope opens Missionary Month with call to share joy, hope, talents
God wants everyone to take a risk to share with others the gifts he has given to them – their life, talents and his love, Pope Francis said.