Since the moment of his election in 2013, Pope Francis captivated the world not only with his simple style and familiar speech, but through his unique way of communicating more through actions than...
Mourners on Wednesday morning began filling St. Peter’s Square to await their turn to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, whose remains will lie in state inside the basilica for the next three...
Having spent twelve years at the helm of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis was a globally beloved and respected figure, but he also generated more than his fair share of controversy.
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Pope Francis, pictured in St. Peter's Square Oct. 14, 2017.
ANALYSIS: In light of these numerous paradoxes, what is Pope Francis’ legacy?
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Pope Francis' body is blessed in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
Schedule of prayerful events during the...
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Pope Francis venerates the Salus Populi Romani icon in the Basilica of St. Mary Major on Dec. 8, 2023.
COMMENTARY: Of all the great basilicas of...
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Pope Francis is welcomed to APEC Haus in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on Sept. 7, 2024
With over 47 apostolic journeys, Pope Francis...
Every man elected to the office of the papacy hopes to leave behind a lasting legacy, a testament of love and dedication to the Catholic Church and the world. Jorge Mario Bergoglio began his...
How do you spend Good Friday? Catholic-Link created a list of 25 suggestions for what to do on Good Friday—but here’s one more to consider. Spend time in silent reflection by reading a spiritual book,
If there is anything that the Academy Awards, known as The Oscars, told us as Catholics, it is that some of the nominated movies were not wholesome or family-friendly or Catholic movies. The winner...