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'Why them and not me,' pope asks after Holy Thursday visit to jail

Pope Francis continued his custom of going to a detention facility of Holy Thursday. Although his ongoing recovery meant he was unable to celebrate Mass, he prayed with...

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Be 'heralds of hope,' pope asks priests in homily for chrism Mass

Pope Francis did not join the cardinals, bishops, priests and faithful in St. Peter's Basilica but sent his homily.

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JD Vance announces trip to Rome, meeting at Vatican

Whether he will have an opportunity to greet Pope Francis is not known.

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Despite improved health, pope picks cardinals to lead Holy Week liturgies

With Holy Week underway, Pope Francis' presence at the Vatican's Holy Week and Easter liturgies is still uncertain.

Budget Reconciliation Package Should Provide Relief, Not Additional Burdens on Those Struggling

The Church’s closeness to the poor informs our advocacy. We know first-hand that families are struggling. Medicaid, SNAP, the Child Tax Credit and other policies are...

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Pope advances sainthood cause of famed Spanish architect, five others

Pope Francis approves decrees advancing the sainthood causes of six individuals, including Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí, famed for his design of the Sagrada Familia...

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On Palm Sunday, recovering pope says to carry the cross with compassion

At the start of Holy Week, Pope Francis reflects called for solidarity with the suffering.

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Pope's visit to basilica is sign of improved health, press office says

Pope Francis is seeing more people and getting out more as he continues to convalesce, the Vatican press office said.

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Britain's royal couple meet Pope Francis at the Vatican

Pope Francis, still convalescing, is slowly starting to hold small meetings.

Religious Workforce Protection Act Would Play Pivotal Role in Advancing the Religious Exercise of Americans

“We would not be able to serve our diverse flocks, which reflect the rich tapestry of our society overall, without the faithful men and women who come to serve through...