CNA explains: What happens during the Vatican’s 9 days of mourning for the pope?
By Courtney Mares Vatican City, Apr 22, 2025 / 17:08 pm With the death of Pope Francis on Monday, the Catholic Church has entered a mourning period, which will include…
Two days before his death, Pope Francis made final call to pastor of Gaza parish
By Victoria Cardiel Vatican City, Apr 22, 2025 / 16:33 pm “He told us he was praying for us, blessed us, and thanked us for our prayers on his behalf,”…
The last time the world saw Pope Francis
By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú ACI Prensa Staff, Apr 22, 2025 / 15:54 pm Pope Francis greeted the faithful around the world for the last time from St. Peter’s Basilica on the…
Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome
By Kristina Millare Rome Newsroom, Apr 22, 2025 / 14:37 pm Cardinal José Advíncula, OP, and Cardinal Pablo David — two of three cardinal electors appointed by Pope Francis —…
‘Brother in humanity’: Church leaders in Middle East pay tribute to Pope Francis
By Souheil Lawand ACI MENA, Apr 22, 2025 / 13:56 pm On Monday morning, April 21, the Christian world was shaken by the passing of Pope Francis at the age…
Earth Day: 10 quotes from Pope Francis on creation, care for the environment
By Francesca Pollio Fenton CNA Staff, Apr 22, 2025 / 08:00 am Pope Francis, who died on April 21 in Rome at the age of 88, had a special love…
Remembering Pope Francis’ 2015 visit to the United States
By Jonah McKeown CNA Staff, Apr 22, 2025 / 07:00 am Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88, visited the United States just once, nearly…
Vatican releases first photos of Pope Francis after his death
By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 22, 2025 / 06:55 am The Vatican on Tuesday released the first photos of Pope Francis after his death, showing him dressed in red…
Pope Francis to be buried at St. Mary Major Basilica following Saturday funeral
By Courtney Mares Vatican City, Apr 22, 2025 / 04:53 am Pope Francis’ funeral Mass will take place Saturday, April 26, at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican…
Who is Cardinal Farrell, the camerlengo and a key figure in the papal transition?
By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 21, 2025 / 17:28 pm Following the death of Pope Francis, an Irish-American cardinal is playing a leading role in overseeing Vatican affairs until…
Has Pope Francis Truly Cleansed the Church? The Untold Truth About His Abuse Reforms.
Church leaders have faced intense scrutiny for their handling of sexual abuse scandals, making you wonder if Pope Francis has succeeded in cleansing the faithful from its tarnished history. His…
Vatican’s Glass Ceiling? The Surprising Rise—and Roadblocks—Facing Women Under Francis.
With the evolving landscape of the Catholic Church, you may find it surprising to discover the significant progress women have made under Pope Francis, gaining a stronger voice in various…