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

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.

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 ...

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

COMMENTARY: A physician’s study of the Sudarium of Manoppello brings a new look at the ‘dazzling brightness of Christ’s face’ ...

Pope Francis has appointed a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago to serve as administrative management director of the Laudato Si' Center for Higher Education, which is based at the papal villa and ...

In 2013, Sinéad O'Connor participated in a flash campaign for HMV, which required her to choose an inspiring lyric. She chose a Curtis Mayfield classic.

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It’s the first time that Pope Francis has openly urged for an investigation of genocide allegations over Israel’s actions in ...

A former top Vatican official who dealt with clergy sexual abuse issues joined victims on Monday in urging Pope Francis to ...