Bolivian bishops are organizing talks between political factions as protests against the nation’s new government become increasingly deadly.
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Pope Francis: More must be done to include women in church bodies
The role of women must be more than just “functional,” the pope said.
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‘Using nuclear weapons is immoral,’ Pope Francis says ahead of Japan trip
“Together with you, I pray that the destructive power of nuclear weapons will never again be unleashed in human history.”
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The pope’s cousin, a missionary in Thailand, will serve as his translator during visit
When Pope Francis embarks on his apostolic trip to Thailand, he will have the assistance of a translator: his second cousin, a nun–who has worked as a missionary there for the last 50 years.
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Evo Morales wants the U.N.—and maybe Pope Francis—to mediate in Bolivia
“If Pope Francis is needed, we should add him.”
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Decline in baptisms leads Quebec church to rethink children’s spirituality
Baptisms in Quebec have significantly declined in since 2012 and there’s no indication the trend will reverse.
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Pope Francis: Catechism will be updated to define ecological sins
Pope Francis said there are plans to include a definition of ecological sins in the church’s official teaching.
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Pastoral letter against racism is starting conversations and healing, bishops told
The document, titled “Open Wide Our Hearts: The Enduring Call to Love—A Pastoral Letter Against Racism,” sold out its first 2,000 copies eight months after it was printed and was recently sent out for a second printing.
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Pope Francis calls on leaders and tech giants to protect children online
The conference, titled “Promoting Digital Child Dignity—From Concept to Action,” brought together religious leaders, academics, policymakers and tech industry leaders from around the world.
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Cardinal Dolan urges New York bishops to find solace in St. Peter’s example
With rumors swirling around about two of their members, the bishops of New York state celebrated Mass at the tomb of St. Peter.