Cardinal Vincent Nichols says the idea of a burning Hell is not part of Catholic teaching (pic shows Pope Francis) The Vatican has denied that Pope Francis told a well-known Italian journalist ...

Pope Francis sits down for a global exclusive interview with CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell from the Vatican. In a wide-ranging conversation, Francis speaks about ...

Pope Francis, who comes from Argentina, known for its beef production and consumption, said that in some parts of the world, it would be a good idea to “consume less meat” to help save the ...

By Emma Bubola Reporting from the Vatican Pope Francis issued a new pastoral letter on Thursday in which he urged Roman Catholics around the world to let go of consumerism and individualism ...

Pope Francis has said that he thinks same-sex couples should be allowed to have "civil unions". He made the comments, which observers say are his clearest remarks yet on gay relationships ...

Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of November is for those who have lost a child. “What can we say to parents who have lost a child? How can we console them? There are no words ...

Pope Francis on Sunday spoke about Jesus’ teaching that “all things must be done with love,” something, he said, that is essential for the faith of each person. Every Sunday at noon ...

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- After members of the Synod of Bishops approved their final document, Pope Francis announced that he would not write the customary post-synodal apostolic exhortation but would ...

The struggle for control of the Catholic Church is intensifying behind the scenes, as potential successors to Pope Francis begin manoeuvring into position. Most Vatican watchers do not believe ...

STORY: :: LGBT activists urge the pope to overturn a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender people :: Rome, Italy :: New Ways Ministry :: Vatican City :: Francis held a meeting six months ...

Pope Francis is the 266th Roman Pontiff of the Catholic Church. Formerly Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Buenos Aires, Argentina, he was elected by the conclave of cardinals on March 13 ...