Reflecting on global conflicts, Francis expressed gratitude for those working toward dialogue and negotiations in war zones.

Protecting life, caring for wounded life, restoring dignity to the life of every ‘born of woman’ is the fundamental basis for building a civilization of peace,” Francis said.

The pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network has released the Holy Father’s list of prayer intentions for the year 2025. Every month, ...

Pope Francis marks the World Day of Peace by praying for 'wounded life':: "We are called to cherish life, to care for wounded ...

Pope Francis led the first midday Angelus prayer of 2025 in a crowded Saint Peter's Square yesterday, reflecting on the "surprise and the joy of Christmas." The Pope recalled the Gospel that narrates ...

After his traditional New Years' Day Angelus prayer yesterday, Pope Francis issued a powerful call to political leaders, ...

VATICAN— Here’s the full text of Pope Francis’ message for the 58th World Day of Peace, on the theme “Forgive us our ...

Pope Francis called on Catholics to become “pilgrims of hope” in a BBC podcast, emphasizing that “hope and kindness touch the ...

The Pope has called for peace ... In the message, Francis said: 'Hope and kindness touch the very heart of the Gospel and show us the path to follow in our behaviour. A world full of hope and ...

The pope, who turned 88 Dec. 17, mostly uses a wheelchair and presides over rather than concelebrates most public liturgies.

Pope Francis has spoken of creating “a world full of hope and kindness” in a recorded message broadcast on BBC Radio 4. The head of the Catholic Church wished listeners “peace, fellowship ...