Pope Francis

The 87-year-old Pope Francis performed a customary act of washing and kissing the feet of twelve female inmates. It was the first of four busy days running up to Easter. Francis appeared well. Humble Foot-Washing Ceremony Pope Francis…

Pope Francis has approved the laicization of Neil Pfeifer, a priest in North Dakota who entered a guilty plea to sexually abusing a woman in the state, in a major step toward addressing accusations of sexual misconduct among clergy. The…

Pope Francis has called for a worldwide ban on surrogacy, denouncing the practice as "deplorable" and a severe violation of the dignity of both the woman and the child involved.  This declaration is expected to stir reactions,…

In a historic move, Pope Francis has granted formal approval for priests to perform blessings for same-sex couples, marking a notable shift in the Vatican's stance on LGBTQ+ issues.  The announcement, released by the Vatican's doctrine…

In addition to stressing that he skipped speeches during his five-day trip to Portugal and instead talked spontaneously to better connect with young people, Pope Francis revealed on Sunday that his recuperation from his most recent…

In a significant move to shape the future of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis revealed on Sunday his decision to elevate 21 churchmen to the esteemed rank of cardinal.  This marks another defining moment in his papacy, as these…