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Pope Francis 13 hours ago

Pope Francis denounces war in Sudan, suggests living Lent 'as a time of healing'

Pope Francis denounced the "appalling humanitarian catastrophe" in Sudan in Sunday's written Angelus prayer. It is the seventh week he has missed giving it in person.

History 3 days ago

Experts reveal details about a 16th-century Catholic saint found 'perfectly preserved': 'Truly unique'

Researchers are beginning to reveal details about St. Teresa of Avila, the 16th-century Catholic saint whose body was found miraculously intact last year.

Pope Francis 5 days ago

Pope Francis' doctors considered ending treatment, said 'there was a real risk he might not make it': report

Doctors taking care of Pope Francis weighed ending their treatment at one point as there “was a risk that he would not make it," a report said.

Pope Francis March 23

Pope Francis makes 1st public appearance in five weeks, returns to the Vatican

Pope Francis made his first public appearance from Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where he was discharged after a five-week stay for life threatening pneumonia.

Pope Francis March 22

Pope Francis set to be discharged from hospital on Sunday: doctors

A doctor at a hospital in Rome where Pope Francis has been treated for "acute respiratory failure" said Saturday the Holy Father will be discharged on Sunday.

US Religions Christianity March 22

EXCLUSIVE: Groundbreaking new prayer book designed for demographic most targeted for abortion

Word on Fire is releasing a groundbreaking new book designed to help adults with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, who are disproportionately targeted for abortion, to pray.

Vatican News & Updates March 19

Pope Francis no longer dependent on mechanical breathing assistance as condition improves: Vatican

Pope Francis's medical condition is continuing to improve, according to the Vatican, with the 88-year-old pontiff no longer relying on mechanical help to breathe at night.

Pope Francis March 18

King Charles III to meet Pope Francis during visit to Vatican next month

King Charles III is set to have an audience with Pope Francis during a visit to the Vatican next month, suggesting there is optimism the pontiff will be back at work by then.

Vandalism March 17

‘Face of evil’: Catholic Church named after St. Patrick vandalized with Satanic message

Authorities are investigating a possible hate crime after a Catholic Church named after St. Patrick was discovered with "extensive vandalism," including a Satanic message in Wichita, Kansas.

World March 16

Pope Francis seen for first time since being admitted to hospital: photo

The Vatican unveiled a photo of Pope Francis observing Mass on Sunday, highlighting his gradual health improvement over the past few days.