Pope Francis

Pope Francis Excommunicates Former Vatican Ambassador to the US, Carlo Maria Vigano, for Causing a Schism

The Vatican announced that it has excommunicated the priest who served as its top diplomat to the US, with Pope Francis banishing former Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano.
Pope Francis Meets With G7, Warns About AI

Pope Francis Meets With G7, Warns About AI

Pope Francis is now the first pontiff to address the Group of Seven, or G7, leaders during their summit in Italy. The pope challenged leaders of the world’s wealthy democracies regarding AI.
Pope Francis Sides With Peru Villagers Whose Lands Are Getting Stolen by a Catholic Group

Pope Francis Sides With Peru Villagers Whose Lands Are Getting Stolen by a Catholic Group

A powerful South American Catholic Church group based in Peru is trying to evict several Peruvian villagers from their homes, but Pope Francis has now picked a side: the villagers.

Pope Francis Reveals 'Political Maneuvers' Being Made During Past Papal Conclaves in New Book About Pope Benedict XVI

In his latest memoir, “The Successor: My Memories of Benedict XVI,” Pope Francis revealed that "political maneuvers” were used to sway votes during the two most recent Papal Conclaves.
Argentina Rightwing President Javier Milei Hugs Man He Called a 'Filthy Leftist,' Pope Francis

Argentina Rightwing President Javier Milei Hugs Man He Called a 'Filthy Leftist,' Pope Francis

During the election campaign period, then-candidate Javier Miilei called Pope Francis some names. Now that he is president of Argentina, Milei is now openly embracing him.
Pope Francis To Meet With Argentina President Javier Millei During Canonization of Argentinian Nun, Mama Antula

Pope Francis To Meet With Argentina President Javier Milei During Canonization of Argentinian Nun, Mama Antula

It may be an explosive meeting between two Argentinians as Pope Francis will soon meet Argentina President Jaview Milei, who once called him an imbecile.
Nicaragua Bishop Exiled by Daniel Ortega Meets With Pope Francis, Says the Vatican

Nicaragua Bishop Exiled by Daniel Ortega Meets With Pope Francis, Says the Vatican

As the political and religious persecution of the Roman Catholic Church in Nicaragua continued, Pope Francis met with one of the bishops exiled by dictator Daniel Ortega.
Pope Francis Considering Going Back Home to 'Suffering' Argentina and Following Up on Longstanding Promise

Pope Francis Considers Going Back Home to 'Suffering' Argentina and Following Up on Longstanding Promise

As Argentina continues with its financial woes, Pope Francis may finally be considering his longstanding promise to his country and finally go back home.
Pope Francis Expresses Concern Over Nicaragua After Daniel Ortega Jails Even More Priests

Pope Francis Expresses Concern Over Nicaragua After Daniel Ortega Jails More Priests

During his New Year's Day address at the Vatican, Pope Francis expressed concern over what is happening in Nicaragua as dictator Daniel Ortega continues his crackdown.
Pope Francis Approves Landmark Ruling That Allows Church To Give 'Blessing' to Same-Sex Couples

Pope Francis Approves Landmark Ruling That Allows Church To Give 'Blessing' to Same-Sex Couples

In a historic decision backed by Pope Francis, the Vatican announced on Monday that Roman Catholic priests can offer blessings to same-sex couples, provided it's not part of routine Church rituals or liturgies.
Pope Francis Takes Drastic Action vs. High-Ranking Critic Cardinal Raymond Burke

Pope Francis Takes Drastic Action vs. High-Ranking Critic Cardinal Raymond Burke

Pope Francis continues to go after those promoting “disunity” in the Roman Catholic Church, particularly in the US, as he moves against Cardinal Raymond Burke.
Pope Francis Meets, Dines with Trans Women After Controversial Baptism Decision

Pope Francis Meets, Dines with Trans Women After Controversial Baptism Decision

Pope Francis extended an invitation to a group of transgender women for a Vatican luncheon last week to commemorate the Catholic Church's World Day of the Poor.
Pope Francis Removes Conservative Texas Bishop Joseph Strickland

Pope Francis Removes Conservative Texas Bishop Joseph Strickland

Pope Francis has removed one of the most controversial bishops in the US, relieving Tyler, Texas Bishop Joseph Strickland of his post.
Mexico: Hurricane Otis Death Toll Rises to 48; Pope Francis Prays For Victims

Mexico: Hurricane Otis Death Toll Rises to 48; Pope Francis Prays For Victims

Search and rescue operations continue around Guerrero State in Mexico after Hurricane Otis devastated the area and the death toll has now risen to 48. Meanwhile, Pope Francis says he is praying for the victims.
Pope Francis Blasts US Conservatives For Being 'Backwards' and Placing Ideology Over Faith

Pope Francis Blasts US Conservatives for Being 'Backwards' and Placing Ideology Over Faith

Pope Francis is unhappy with US conservatives and blasted them for their “backwardness,” especially those in the US Catholic Church.
Pope Francis Calls For Inclusivity and Economic Justice During World Youth Day in Portugal

Pope Francis Calls For Inclusivity and Economic Justice During World Youth Day in Portugal

Pope Francis is in Portugal for World Youth Day 2023. There, he told thousands of students to aim for inclusivity and economic justice, as well as help preserve the environment.
Brazil President Lula Offers To Help Free Imprisoned Bishop in Nicaragua After Meeting With Pope Francis

Brazil President Lula Offers To Help Free Imprisoned Bishop in Nicaragua After Meeting With Pope Francis

Pope Francis recently met with Brazil President Lula in the Vatican on Thursday, with the leftist president offering to help with the Vatican's ongoing problem with Nicaragua.
Pope Francis Undergoes Abdominal Surgery; Now 'Well Awake, Alert' Says Surgeon

Pope Francis Undergoes Abdominal Surgery; Now 'Well Awake, Alert' Says Surgeon

The Catholic world awaited in bated breath as Pope Francis underwent surgery. The Vatican confirmed that he had intestinal scar tissue removed.
Pope Francis Teases Return Home to Argentina Before Appointing New Archbishop of Buenos Aires

Pope Francis Teases Returning Home to Argentina Before Announcing New Archbishop of Buenos Aires

Pope Francis had teased about returning to his home country, Argentina, on Thursday, a day before he announced the new archbishop of Buenos Aires.
Pope Francis Takes Historic Step with Women Voting Rights in Vatican

Pope Francis Takes Historic Step with Women Voting Rights in Vatican

Pope Francis has imposed a new change in the Vatican Bishops meeting. Women's rights advocates are lauding the shift.
Pope Francis is Planning to Go Back to His Native Argentina Next Year

Pope Francis Is Planning to Visit His Native Argentina Next Year

Pope Francis, who made history as the first pontiff from Latin America, is planning to visit his home country of Argentina soon.
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