Pope Francis restates Catholic Church is for everyone, ... 2023, shows Pope Francis paused in prayer before the icon of the Virgin Salus Populi Romani as he returned to the Vatican from Portugal.

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, leads the recitation of the Holy Rosary for Pope Francis' health in St Peter's Square at the Vatican, Monday, March 3, 2025.

Leo, 69, born in Chicago, was not considered a top contender to replace Pope Francis, who died April 21. “Let us unite in prayer for our new pope, that he may serve in humility and strength ...

Pope Leo XIV led the Regina caeli prayer — often spoken during the time between Easter Sunday and Pentecost — in St. Peter's Basilica on Sunday, May 11. The pontiff, who was elected on May 8 ...

Pope Francis embraced diversity, creating a more inclusive church. He had been known to meet with people of all faiths, and backgrounds, demonstrating his commitment to inclusion. We built 787 ...

Rev. Dr. Angelique Walker-Smith reflects on Pope Francis' legacy of mercy and hope, and the celebration of life on Africa Day and Bread for the World's 50th anniversary.