Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service

VATICAN CITY — Two cardinals arrived at separate destinations on one mission entrusted to them by Pope Francis: to bring relief, hope and encouragement...

VATICAN CITY -- In a telephone call with Russia's foreign minister, the Vatican secretary of state "conveyed Pope Francis' deep concern about the ongoing...

VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis praised Poland's welcoming of refugees escaping the violence of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. "You were the first to support Ukraine,...

VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis' April visit to Malta, while brief, will include stops at three cities and an island, as well as meetings...

VATICAN CITY — The elderly, who are often cast aside, are a treasure trove of wisdom that can help one discover the true meaning...

VATICAN CITY -- The Holy Spirit, and not the need for recognition, must be the primary motivation in one's religious life, Pope Francis told...

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis encouraged religious sisters and consecrated women to continue to show courage amid difficulties, even if it means pushing back...

VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis officially has declared St. Irenaeus of Lyon a doctor of the church. In a decree released by the Vatican Jan....

Although scientists have made great strides in the field of medicine, genuine care and listening to those who suffer must always be at the...

VATICAN CITY -- With the celebration of Christmas just around the corner, Christians should look for ways to share the joy of Jesus' birth...