Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Bishop Dennis Sullivan of Camden; Succeeded by Coadjutor Bishop Joseph Williams

Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Bishop Dennis J. Sullivan, from the Office of Bishop of Camden. Bishop Joseph A. Williams, up until now coadjutor bishop of...

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Vatican releases first photo of Pope Francis since his hospitalization

Pope Francis has been hospitalized since Feb. 14. Although the Vatican released a short audio message from him March 6, the photo of him in the chapel of his hospital...

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Pope approves next phase of synod, setting path to 2028 assembly

Pope Francis has approved a three-year implementation phase for the Synod on Synodality, focusing on integrating its conclusions into church life before an ecclesial...

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After a monthlong hospitalization, pope's condition considered stable

Pope Francis' doctors have confirmed his condition has stabilized after a month of being hospitalized for a series of respiratory infections and difficulties. The doctors...

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Vatican ambassadors gather for Mass to pray for pope's health

As Pope Francis continues his recovery at Rome's Gemelli hospital, the Vatican secretary of state led prayers for the pope as he celebrated Mass with ambassadors from...

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In the hospital, pope celebrates anniversary of election with cake

Hundreds of cards sent by children from around the world were also delivered to Pope Francis March 13, the Vatican press office said.

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Pope's chest x-ray confirms his improvement, doctors say

Pope Francis has been hospitalized since Feb. 14. As his doctors report gradual improvements in his condition, people around the world continue to pray for him.

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Papal anniversary: For 12 years he's said, 'Don't forget to pray for me'

Pope Francis was elected March 13, 2013, to succeed Pope Benedict XVI. Asking people to pray for him has been his constant refrain, and people's response has been clear...

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Pope out of danger but to remain in hospital

While his doctors' prognosis for the pope was "guarded" for more than three weeks after he was hospitalized Feb. 14, they lifted that designation March 10, indicating he...

The Catholic Relief Services Collection Strengthens Bishops’ Mission to the Vulnerable at Home and Abroad

Each year the USCCB comforts and assists people worldwide who suffer from war, natural disasters, violent persecution or extreme poverty. That work is possible because of...