The Top 10 Anniversaries of 2017
The birth of Protestantism, the rise of General Pershing, the songs of "Sgt. Pepper."
Pope Francis: We're Losing a Generation of Young People
In his year-end message, the pontiff says 'we have condemned our young people to have no place in society.'
Pope Francis: Materialism Has Taken Christmas 'Hostage'
Roman Catholic leader warns against a world in which "the lights of commerce cast the light of God into the shadows; when we are concerned for gifts, but cold toward those who are marginalized."
Pope Francis Promotes 17 to Cardinal
The cardinals who can choose the next pope hail from Italy, the Central African Republic, Spain, the U.S., Brazil, Bangladesh, Venezuela, Belgium, Mauritius, Mexico and Papua New Guinea.
Orthodox Christians Shun Pope Francis in Georgia
Pope faces one of his smallest ever overseas crowd in trip to heavily Orthodox nation.
Pope Denounces 'Wave' of Terror, Urges Fellowship
On trip to Poland, pope also urges priests and bishops to focus on the needy and live simpler lives.
Students Rarely Die While Studying Abroad
Two days after Solomon's body was discovered in Rome, his parents met with the pope.
Pope: Church Should Apologize to Gays
Francis also says the church should seek forgiveness from women, for ignoring child labor and for 'blessing so many weapons' in the past.
Pope Urges Armenia, Turkey to Reconcile
Francis angers Turkey again by labeling 1915 killings as genocide.
Pope's Suggestion Most Marriages Are 'Null' Draws Scorn
Church conservatives blast Francis as 'irresponsible' for comments on the 'crisis of marriage.'
Greg Norman on His Friendship With Muhammad Ali
The former world No. 1 golfer on the friendship he developed with the legendary boxer.
Hottest Albums, Breakup Museum & More: 5 Things We Love
Pope Francis' affection for beauty vloggers and author Lindy West's memoir are among the five things we loved this week.
Bishops Negligent in Abuse Cases Will be Removed: Pope
Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests skeptical of Pope Francis' decree.
Pope Calls for 'Severe Punishment' for Child Molesters
Italian public shocked at the horrifying details of a girl's death in 2014.
Pope Francis Takes 12 Syrian Refugees to Rome
Pope tells refugees whose journey to Europe was cut off that they're 'not alone.'
Bernie Sanders Won't Be Only Socialist at Vatican Meet
It's a sign of just how far the Vatican has come on economic issues.
Pope Strikes Deft Balance Between Doctrine, Mercy
Document doesn't change Church teaching but confirms Francis's image as a reformer in tone and approach.
Bernie Sanders to Speak at Vatican
The Vermont independent is the only U.S. presidential candidate to receive an invitation.
Pope's Comments on Trump Not Personal Attack: Spokesman
The pope's comments were an affirmation of his belief that migrants should be helped rather than shut off, Lombardi said.
Donald Trump Hits Out at Pope Over Mexico Visit
The Republican presidential contender thinks Francis doesn't understand America's problems.
Pope Urges Iran to Stop Extremism in Middle East
President Hassan Rouhani asked the Pope to pray for him after talks at the Vatican.
Pope Francis Just Asked Protestants for Forgiveness
The Vatican said on Monday that the Pope would visit Sweden to mark the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.
Pope Francis Tells Migrants: 'Don't Lose Hope'
The Pontiff celebrated the "history, culture and precious values" of migrants in a special service.
Vatican: Catholics Should Not Try to Convert Jews
"A Christian can never be an anti-Semite, especially because of the Jewish roots of Christianity," the document says.
'Deputy Pope' to Testify in Vatican Leaks Trial
The trial centers around the theft of confidential papal documents.
Vatican Arrests Two on Suspicion of Leaking Documents
The individuals reportedly are part of a commission Pope Francis established to study financial overhauls.
Pope Speaks About Anti-Semitism, Jewish Leaders Say
Pope Francis met with Jewish leaders on October 28 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Nostra Aetate declaration, which improved relations between Christians and Jews.
Pope Francis Will Visit Mexico in 2016
The Vatican announces the pope's next trip soon after his U.S. visit.