Pope Francis
Pope Francis tells Europe to ‘tear down walls’
By Jerome Socolovsky — May 6, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) The Argentine pontiff made the comments as he received an award for work done in the service of European integration.
Catholic priest abducted in Yemen reportedly alive, could be released
By David Gibson — May 4, 2016
ROME (RNS) Initial rumors fueled fears that the Rev. Tom Uzhunnalil had been crucified by ISIS-affiliated militants.
U2 guitarist makes history as he rocks the Sistine Chapel
By David Gibson — May 1, 2016
VATICAN CITY (Reuters) The lead guitarist for Bono's bad -- real name David Evans -- described the stunning venue as "the most beautiful parish hall in the world."
Trevi Fountain lit in red to honor today’s Christian martyrs
By Josephine McKenna — April 29, 2016
ROME (RNS) Backers of the church-sponsored event say 200 million Christians face persecution for their beliefs, mainly in the Middle East.
Joe Biden, Pope Francis meet, talk cancer care
By David Gibson — April 29, 2016
(RNS) The vice president's warm reception at the Vatican contrasts with criticisms of his appearance next month at Notre Dame, and may signal a shifting dynamic under Francis.
Pope Francis skullcap fetches $18,000 in online auction
By David Gibson — April 27, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Not too shabby for an item linked to one of the world's sharpest critics of unfettered capitalism.
‘Time 100’ ranking includes a few religious mentions
By Adelle M. Banks — April 21, 2016
(RNS) Pope Francis made the cut, as did a few others motivated by their religious beliefs.
Vatican unexpectedly suspends independent financial audit
By David Gibson — April 21, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) The surprise move raises questions about Pope Francis' efforts to clean up Vatican finances.
Is the pope Catholic?
By David Gibson — April 20, 2016
NEW YORK (RNS) Francis’ papacy prompts a debate, and it’s no joke.
Immigrant families’ lives, nation’s values hinge on court’s ruling (COMMENTARY)
By Yonat Shimron — April 20, 2016
(RNS) A Supreme Court ruling in United States v. Texas will have enormous consequences for immigrant families and our nation’s values. Will the court's action keep these families together or tear them apart?
Ex-Vatican PR consultant loves Trump even if Pope Francis doesn’t
By David Gibson — April 20, 2016
ROME (RNS) “And go @realDonaldTrump !!!” Francesca Chaouqui, a former Vatican aide now on trial for leaking documents, tweeted as the billionaire real estate mogul won big in the New York primary.
Syrian refugees sheltered by pope describe ‘miracle’ journey
By David Gibson — April 18, 2016
ROME (RNS) From a war-torn homeland to a hellish camp on a Greek island, the Muslim families are now living in the sheltering shadow of the Vatican.
‘You are not alone,’ Pope Francis tells refugees, brings 12 to Rome
By Rosie Scammell — April 17, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) The pontiff's dramatic gesture capped a lightning visit, with Orthodox Christian leaders, to a Greek island that had a politically-charged message for Europe.
Bernie Sanders and Pope Francis chatted on moral economics
By RNS staff — April 17, 2016
"If anyone thinks that greeting someone is getting involved in politics, I recommend that he look for a psychiatrist," Francis laughingly told reporters.
Sanders delivers his campaign pitch, wrapped in praise for the pope
By Rosie Scammell — April 15, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) In the end, the Democratic candidate got something almost as good as a pope picture: blanket news coverage and a chance to deliver his stump speech wrapped in the words of the popular pontiff.
