In focus: Pennsylvania death penalty, Portugal abuse report, papal resignation
Nation/World news briefs: Feb. 20, 2023
Photos of the Week: Feb. 6, 2023
In the spotlight: papal trip to Congo and South Sudan, feast of St. Blaise, Cardinal Pell funeral
‘Lay down the weapons of hatred, revenge,’ pope tells South Sudanese
Looking out at tens of thousands of smiling faces, Pope Francis told South Sudanese Catholics that the only way the country will get out of the darkness of violence is with the light of their faith and their commitment to peace.
Preaching peace amid violence: Pope heads back to Africa
Pope Francis’ fifth trip to the African continent will highlight gestures of peace and reconciliation, consoling the victims of violence but also emphasizing the importance of each person sowing peace in the family, the neighborhood and the nation.
Nation/World news briefs: Dec. 5, 2022
In focus: Vatican creche, marker honoring the enslaved, papal trip to Africa
Photos of the Week: July 11, 2022
In the spotlight: Notre Dame exhibit, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Illinois mass shooting
In interview, pope condemns abortion, says he’s not resigning
In a wide-ranging interview with the Reuters news agency, Pope Francis condemned abortion, dismissed the idea that he’s preparing to resign and said he still hopes to be able to visit Russia and Ukraine in the fall.
Pope prays Christmas will bring yearning for peace, dialogue
Before giving his Christmas blessing to the city of Rome and to the world, Pope Francis drew attention to the many places around the globe and within human hearts in need of Jesus, the prince of peace.