Explore religious figures shaping global events in 2025. From influential leaders to rising voices, this four-part series ...

Hope,” the first autobiography by a sitting pope, explores the role of faith, compassion and resilience in a world filled ...

Caught between his progressive inner circle and an influx of conservatism, the Holy Father should 'brace' himself for a ...

“Throughout his papacy, (Pope Francis) has often mentioned to me ... he is not talking only as a religious leader but also as a leader of an international organization and of a state that ...

In his newly released memoir, Hope, the story of the world that made Jorge Mario Bergoglio — and, by extension, the world leader we know as Pope Francis — is a story finally told in his own words. But ...

The way consecrated women and men live their vows of poverty, chastity and obedience can offer light and hope to a world ...

US President Donald Trump and Pope Francis are not likely to become fast friends or – in the main – political allies. As ...

Pope Francis reminded the audience that Catholic communications is something that must extend beyond Church boundaries.

guiding the faithful and sensitizing people about our religion and culture.” The prominence of women is in keeping with Pope Francis’ frequently stated desire to put women in more leadership ...

A Jesuit priest and longtime advocate for LGBTQ+ Catholics outlined strategies to help expand outreach to LGBTQ+ people and ...

At 88, and struggling with his health, Francis is working to cement his legacy as the leader of a global church. In a recent series of appointments in the U.S., the pope has placed strong allies ...

Pope Francis has thrown a wrench in some of the speculation about a future conclave. He's decided to extend the term of the ...