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French cardinal admits to abusing 14-year-old girl
Cardinal Jean-Pierre Ricard is a member of the Vatican department that investigates abuse cases in the church.
In Bahrain, Pope Francis to bring message of fraternity to all Islam
The historic trip is aimed at promoting dialogue between Catholics and Muslims in the interest of peace.
Members of US religious freedom panel speak out against China-Vatican deal
While Vatican officials defended the deal for promoting dialogue with China, members of the federal commission say things have only gotten worse.
Is Pope Francis' diplomacy of dialogue failing?
In Kazakhstan, Pope Francis could not dialogue with Russia or China, but Vatican experts say the real work happens behind closed doors.
In Kazakhstan, Pope Francis is expected to appeal for peace in Ukraine
The head of the Orthodox Church in Moscow, Patriarch Kirill, will not be attending the interfaith meeting with the pope.
In Canada, Pope Francis apologizes to Indigenous peoples, says it's only 'first step'
Pope Francis apologized for 'the ways in which, regrettably, many Christians supported the colonizing mentality.'
Pope Francis meets with Canada's Indigenous
While Pope Francis is expected to apologize for the mistreatment of Indigenous Canadians, his visit will also highlight familiar concerns that he shares with Indigenous cultures about care for the elderly and the environment.
After scandals, new guidelines align Vatican investments with church teaching
After financial scandals, Vatican investments will be aimed at creating 'a more just and sustainable world.'
Pope Francis addresses abortion, mass shootings and resignation rumors
In a new wide-ranging interview, Pope Francis said it never occurred to him to resign so far but laid out his vision for a possible retirement.
'Just rumors': Cardinal Parolin dismisses chatter about Pope's plan to resign
Francis' right-hand man at the Vatican buttressed recent statements by church officials disputing that Francis is ready to throw in the miter.
Pope Francis says NATO, 'barking at Russia's door,' shares blame for Ukraine
In an interview with Il Corriere della Sera, the pope said he hopes to visit Moscow and meet President Vladimir Putin.
Amid continuing fighting in Ukraine, Pope Francis urges leaders not to give up on peace
In his Urbi et Orbi address on Sunday, Pope Francis, who had called for an Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, made yet another impassioned appeal for an end to the fighting, urging leaders to demand peace "from our balconies and in our streets."
Mayor of Kyiv makes plea for visit by Pope Francis, calling it 'key for saving lives'
The mayor of Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital under bombardment by Russian forces, invited Pope Francis to visit the city in a letter sent last week, saying the pontiff's presence "is key for saving lives and paving the path to peace."
Vatican offers to mediate negotiations between Russia and Ukraine
We must avoid every escalation, halt the conflict and negotiate,' said Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
Pope Benedict makes 'heartfelt request for forgiveness' but denies wrongdoing
Benedict XVI takes confessional tone in response to allegations of abuse cover-up.
Vatican official defends Benedict after Munich abuse report
A Vatican official has said it would be wrong to look for "easy scapegoats" after Pope emeritus Benedict XVI was accused of mishandling abuse complaints.