Papal authority has expanded dramatically over the last 150 years. But our age has seen something new—informal papal teachings meant as pastoral encouragements more than doctrinal clarifications.

A Vatican priest working in the Holy See's embassy in Washington has been recalled after U.S. officials flagged possible violations of child pornography laws.

Francis' black eye provides a powerful metaphor for his ecclesial and personal style.

The motto for Francis’ visit was, “Let us take the first step.”

Can we now, at long last, begin to talk frankly and openly about the problems with the translation?

This latest document may not be a bombshell but it is certainly a significant change in direction with regard to who has responsibility for liturgical translations.