Those touched − figuratively and literally − by Pope Francis, the "People's Pope," during his only visit to the U.S. reflect ...

The resurrection of Jesus is indeed the basis of our hope. For in the light of this event, hope is no longer an illusion.

Urbi et orbi” means “To the city [of Rome] and to the world.” It is a special apostolic blessing given by the pope every year ...

Pope Francis made history during his 2015 visit to the United States, captivating millions. He visited Washington, D.C., New ...

“Pope Francis declared 2025 the Jubilee Year of Hope and the reason for our hope in eternal ... clutching a prayer card for his aunt for Francis to bless. “His Holiness held the card with ...

A convalescing Pope Francis was greeted by cheers as he appeared on the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica as a stand-in ...

Our help is in the name of ... (Sprinkles tree with holy water.) Then the family can sing a song, an Advent carol, if it knows one, then it is time to bless the crib and eat Christmas Eve supper.

“We’re just praying for her and Fred and all their family and ... just love her. Our hearts love her.” Fred Mitchell’s memory was honored through stories and shared prayers.

Rome is always teeming, and Easter usually kicks off the long tourist season. Up to 250,000 are expected to attend the Pope's ...

An autobiography is not our private story, but rather the baggage we carry with us,” Pope Francis said in his recollections, which were published this year. As the head of ...