Pope Francis
The latest on Pope Francis. The head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis' papacy began in 2013. The first pope from the Americas, Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina on December 17, 1936. He was ordained in 1969, had his consecration in 1992 and was created a cardinal in 2001.
Pope Apologizes for 'Deplorable Evil' After Mass Graves Found at Schools
"I humbly beg forgiveness for the evil committed by so many Christians against the Indigenous peoples," Pope Francis said in a speech to Canada's Native people.
Why Pope Francis Is Apologizing to Indigenous People During Canada Visit
Newsweek has everything you need to know about why Pope Francis is apologizing to indigenous people during his visit to Canada.
Elon Musk Posts Rare Photo of Sons as Family Meets Pope Francis
His child who recently made headlines when filing for a name change was not present.
Pope Francis Dismisses Reports of Resigning in the Near Future
According to a recent interview, Pope Francis said that the idea that he would step down as pope has "never entered my mind."
Pope Francis Describes Abortion as Like 'Hiring a Hit Man'
The pontiff was asked his thoughts about the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and on Catholic abortion rights supporter Nancy Pelosi.
Who Is Timothy Dolan? American Pope Contender Who Stayed Mute on Pelosi Ban
The Missouri-born cardinal, now archbishop of New York, was once rumored as a possible candidate to the papacy.
Black or Asian Pope Tipped To Succeed Francis if He Resigns
Bookmakers see Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle from the Philippines and Ghanaian Cardinal Peter Turkson as the front-runners to lead the Catholic Church should Pope Francis decide to step down.
Pope's Upcoming Canada Visit Aims At Reconciliation With Indigenous Peoples
Pope Francis will make the transatlantic trip in part to apologize in person for past abuses suffered by Indigenous people at the hands of the Catholic Church.
What Happens if Pope Francis Resigns? The Protocols in Place for Retirement
Vatican experts have been wondering if the pontiff is going to announce his retirement.
Three Living Popes? Francis Retirement Could Create 'Worst-Case Scenario'
A recent colon surgery, mobility issues and a series of events bolstering Pope Francis' legacy have made Vatican experts wonder if the pope is about to quit.
Catholic Exorcists Say They Are Overloaded With 'Possessed' People: Study
Exorcists appealed for more aid from psychologists to help them sift between the "possessed" and the mentally ill.
Whoopi Comes to Pelosi's Defense Over Communion Ban, 'It's Not Your Job'
"This is not your job, dude!" Whoopi Goldberg said on "The View," calling Pelosi's ban an attack on the separation of church and state.
As Pelosi Denied Communion by Bishop, What Pope Said on Refusing Eucharist
The pontiff has previously said that bishops should "not going around condemning or not condemning."
The Story of Putin's 'Miracle' Cross in His Own Words
In a 2017 interview, Russia's leader spoke about the cross he wears and how it survived a fire.
Russian Church Warns Pope Francis After Comments on Powerful Bishop
Pope Francis said a key figure in the Russian church should not be "Putin's altar boy" which prompted a stern response from the Moscow Patriarchate.
Pope Hits Powerful Russian Bishop for Being Putin's Mouthpiece
Pope Francis and the head of the Russian Orthodox Church had a long call during which Francis says he emphasized they are religious figures, not political ones.
Pope Uses Sexual Fetish Term To Slam Reports Claiming He's Pro-Putin
The pontiff has been criticized in some Argentinian media outlets for not condemning Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine strongly enough.
How to Watch Pope Francis's Easter Message—Stream Sunday Mass Online
Pope Francis will be celebrating Easter Sunday in Vatican City. Find out how to watch this service and many others online.
Pope Francis Takes Implied Swipe at Vladimir Putin in War Comments
The pontiff criticized "the icy winds of war" during the start of a two-day visit to the island nation of Malta.
Pope Francis Apologizes to Canada's Indigenous Peoples for Abuse at Schools
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis delegates met with the pontiff at the Vatican.
Papal Adviser Allegedly Asked Italy Secret Service to Check Office for Bugs
The allegation, which came to light during an ongoing fraud and extortion trial, raised questions about security and independence in the sovereign Vatican.
Ukraine Looks to Pope Francis to Help End Conflict With Russia: Report
"If Russia confirms its will to sit at the table, immediately Ukraine will respond in a positive way," said one Ukrainian official.
Pope Francis Unexpectedly Tells Parents Not to 'Condemn' Gay Children
Conservatives in the Catholic church, which counts 1.3 billion members in total, believe the pope is giving mixed messages on homosexuality.
GOP Man Who Called Pope Jewish Agent Says He Has 'Beef' With 'Banking Jews'
"I'm a tech entrepreneur who retired early and am bored and lazy so this is how I'm sharing some theories I have," said tech guru Dave Bateman.
Pope Francis Pops Into Rome Record Store, Exits With Classical Music CD
Pope Francis, 85, made an unannounced visit to the store, and a Vatican reporter who happened to be close by captured the visit on camera.
Pope Francis Denounces 'Cancel Culture' During Address to Diplomats
The pontiff also strongly condemned anti-vaxxers during an address to diplomats.
Pope Francis Removes Vatican Official Who Barred Blessing to LGBTQ Couples
Morandi is believed to be behind the March 2021 document that declared the Catholic Church would not bless same-sex unions because God "cannot bless sin."
Pope Francis Says Getting COVID Vaccine Shows 'Respect for Those Around Us'
"As children, [we are vaccinated] for measles, polio. All children were vaccinated, and no one said anything," Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis Says People Who Choose Pets Over Having Kids Are Selfish
The pontiff made the comments while discussing adoption, which he said is preferable to having pets as a substitute for children.
GOP Donor Says Pope Francis Is Jewish Agent Installed to Distribute Vaccine
"For 300 years the Jews have been trying to infiltrate the Catholic Church," the donor wrote in an email.
