Tag: Pope Francis
Pope opens global ‘Week of Prayer for Christian Unity’
The theme of this year's observance highlights "Jesus' request that we abide in His love so that we might bear much fruit"
Pope prays for Indonesians following killer earthquake
Pope Francis said he is saddened to learn of the tragic loss of life and of the destruction caused by the violent earthquake on Friday
Pope Francis, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI get COVID-19 vaccine
The Vatican, the world’s smallest state, began its vaccination program, prioritizing doctors, health workers, and the most vulnerable
Vatican starts COVID-19 vaccinations
Pope Francis said people should trust doctors and not refuse the vaccine unless they had good medical reasons
Pope Francis hits ‘inequalities’ in healthcare system amid pandemic
Pope Francis: “The current pandemic has exacerbated inequalities in our healthcare systems and exposed inefficiencies in the care of the sick”
Pope Francis issues decree allowing more roles for women in Church
The Vatican stressed that the roles were “essentially distinct from the ordained ministry”
Pope Francis calls on Americans to protect democracy, shun violence
Pope Francis made the call following the attack on the US Capitol building last week by supporters of President Donald Trump
Pope Francis to have COVID-19 vaccine, says it is ethical choice...
"It is an ethical choice because you are gambling with your health, with your life, but you are also gambling with the lives of others"
Pope Francis names lay person head of Vatican’s disciplinary body
Vincenzo Buonomo, rector of the Pontifical Lateran University, has been named president of the Disciplinary Commission of the Roman Curia
Pope Francis reminds faithful against idol worship
Pope Francis said it is “particularly necessary” for everyone “to devote more time to worship” especially during trying times