A Christian faith that does not disturb the powers that be and cannot generate a serious commitment to charity becomes an ...

Pope Francis has engaged deeply with youth issues, publishing a children’s book, Dear Pope Francis (2016), in which he ...

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- A Christian faith that does not disturb the powers that be and cannot generate a serious commitment to ...

Here are three things to know about the historical, architectural, and spiritual significance of the Basilicas of Sts. Peter ...

Christian martyrs from across denominations hold a place of honor in the church, Pope Francis said, highlighting their ...

Former Vatican official urges Pope Francis to implement global zero-tolerance law for clergy abuse, calling for a fundamental ...

Starting in the Holy Year 2025, local churches worldwide will annually honor the saints, blesseds and other holy figures connected to their communities, Pope Francis announced.

After speaking, Omar Harfouch performed his "Concerto for Peace" for some twenty minutes. Warmly applauded at the end of his ...

Francis has written to the city's church leaders and religious order priests for any available church properties to be used ...

The basilica, consecrated on Nov. 18, 1626, is a place of beauty and transcendence, prayer and worship. It is a place made ...

Survivors of clergy sexual abuse are urging the Vatican to adopt the same zero-tolerance policy that it approved for the U.S.