Roma Petition Pope Over Forced Evictions in Rome
The increase in evictions comes before the Vatican's 'Year of Mercy' jubilee celebration.
Turkey's Erdogan: 'I Condemn the Pope' over Armenia Genocide Comment
"We will not allow historical incidents to be taken out of their genuine context," Erdogen said.
Pope Francis Angers Turkey With Armenian 'Genocide' Remark
Pope calls the massacre of up to 1.5 million Armenians 100 years ago "the first genocide of the 20th century," prompting Turkey to accuse him of inciting hatred.
Pope Francis Leads Roman Catholics Into Easter
The pope maintains an Easter vigil tradition by baptizing late entries into the Church.
Pope Francis Pays Tribute to Modern 'Martyrs' on Palm Sunday
Pope speaks of those killed for their faith, a reference to the victims of the Islamic State terrorist group.
Pope Francis Expects Short Papacy, Leaves Open Possibility of Retirement
The pope told a Mexican journalist he expects his papacy to be "four or five years," leaving open the possibility he may retire rather than serve until his death.
Libyan Bishop Holds Firm While Foreigners Flee ISIS Threat
"We are ready to bear witness to whom we are and what we do according to the words of Christ."
The Real Dalai Lama
We may think of His Holiness as a gentle old fellow, but this affability masks a heart of steel.
Pope Francis to Visit NYC, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia This Fall
This is Francis's first visit to the United States since he was elected head of the Roman Catholic church in 2013.
Photos: Pope Francis Gets Celebrity Welcome in Asia
The pope took an unexpected detour to spend time with homeless, poor and mentally ill children.
After Charlie Hebdo Attacks, Pope Francis Says 'You Cannot Make Fun of the Faith of Others'
Expect offense if you mock something sacred, the pope said.
Vatican Arrests Femen Activist Who Bared Breasts in St Peter's Square
The Ukrainian woman was arrested on Friday and has been questioned by a judge
Pope Condemns Violence, Persecution in Iraq and Syria, in Christmas Message
"Truly there are so many tears this Christmas," Pope Francis said in his annual address.
Pope Francis Blasts Fellow Churchmen at Christmas Greeting
The Pope listed 15 "diseases" afflicting the highest-ranking members of the Catholic church.
Reports: Vatican, Pope Francis Instrumental in Cuba Talks
Meetings in Canada and at the Vatican facilitated talks which led to a thaw in U.S.-Cuba relations, according to multiple reports.
Pope Francis Doesn't Rule Out Pets in Heaven
The Pope threw dogs a bone today at the Vatican, proving that every dog has his day, even when, doggone it, he's dead.
With Synod Picks, U.S. Bishops Lean Conservative
The archbishops of Louisville, Galveston-Houston, Philadelphia and Los Angeles will attend the Vatican's 2015 synod on marriage and the family, U.S. bishops announced today.
Will American Bishops Follow Pope Francis's Progressive Lead? We're About to Find Out
American bishops vote in Baltimore this week on who will represent them at next year's synod in Rome. Their choices will speak volumes.
Pope Francis's Remarks on Evolution Are Not That Controversial Among Roman Catholics
God is not a "magician" with a "magic wand," says Pope Francis. "No duh," say Roman Catholics the world over.
I'm Not a Communist, Just Following the Gospel, Says Pope Francis
The pope called on a gathering of grassroots movements to "keep up the fight" for workers' rights, but distanced himself from left-wing ideology, saying he simply followed the gospel
What Did the Vatican Really Say About Gay Marriage Yesterday? Catholics Disagree
A new report released by the Vatican Monday suggests a softening in tone—if not in policy—toward gays and gay marriage.
With Their First Pope, Jesuits Are Making a Comeback
Two hundred years after the Society of Jesus was restored to the Catholic church, one of its own sits in power
ISIS Threat Against Pope 'Nothing Serious', Says Vatican
Security has reportedly been stepped up in Rome after Italian newspapers reported that Pope Francis had become a target for ISIS
Pope Says He Considered Trip to Northern Iraq
Pope Francis said the international community would be justified in stopping Islamist militants in Iraq
Is Pope Francis a Socialist?
Will the Vatican clergy (and Rush Limbaugh) allow him to carry out his radical plan?