Reconnecting the church “with the energy of the Second Vatican Council,” may be the pope’s greatest achievement, Cardinal Donald Wuerl of the Archdiocese of Washington said in an exclusive interview as the fourth anniversary of the pope’s election approaches.

"Any delay in improving safeguarding documents around the world is leaving vulnerable people and children in danger."

Pope Francis said Catholics should offer assistance to families settling in a new country, and, as Lent begins, he called on Catholics not to make excuses when it comes to giving to those asking for change.

Drew Christiansen, S.J., discusses the significance of religious peacebuilding in struggling countries.

Addressing 90 experts from many countries, Francis said that “all people have a right to safe drinking water.”