VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis’ plans to visit the central Italian city of L’Aquila and its basilica Aug. 28 fueled speculation of a possible announcement of his resignation, which he has firmly denied. L’Aquila’s basilica is the burial place of St. Celestine V, who issued a decree declaring the right of a pope to ...read more

Pope Francis gave his catechesis on the topic of old age in Paul VI Audience Hall on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Read the full text below: Catechesis on Old Age: 16. “I go to prepare a place for you”. Old age, a time projected towards fulfilment Dear brothers and sisters, good morning! We are now at the ...read more

The prefect of the Secretariat for the Economy speaks to Vatican Media about the Holy See’s Financial Statement for 2021, noting a 3 million Euro deficit compared to the 33 million projected. He says the time for sacrifices has not yet ended, as the Holy See record positive progress but still has to divest some ...read more

During his General Audience on August 3, 2022, Pope Francis offered a reflection on his "penitential pilgrimage" to Canada. ...read more

We join Pope Francis in praying that small and medium-sized businesses may find ways to continue operating and serving their communities. ...read more

Read the full text of Pope Francis' address to young people and elders in Iqaluit, given on July 29, 2022, during his visit to Canada. ...read more

Read the address Pope Francis gave to a delegation of Indigenous Peoples from Eastern Canada in Quebec City on July 29, 2022. ...read more

Read the full text of the homily Pope Francis gave at vespers in Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica Cathedral on July 28, 2022, during his stay in Quebec City. ...read more

On July 28, Pope Francis presided over a Mass of Reconciliation at the National Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré in Quebec during his visit to Canada. ...read more

Read the full text of the homily given by Pope Francis at Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré on July 28, 2022, part of his apostolic visit to Canada. ...read more