Pope Francis

Pope's condition shows 'further slight improvement'

Notably, the Vatican's evening bulletin did not describe the pope's condition as "critical," as it had each day since Feb. 22, but said his "prognosis remains guarded."

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This Lent, compare your life to a migrant's, pope says

In his Lenten message for 2025, Pope Francis invites Christians to reflect on their spiritual journey by identifying with the hardships of migrants, fostering compassion...

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Faithful unite in St. Peter's Square praying for pope's health

Hundreds gathered in St. Peter’s Square to pray the rosary for Pope Francis as he remains hospitalized with double pneumonia. Led by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the prayer...

Pope Francis

While still in critical condition, pope is showing slight improvement

As a nightly rosary for Pope Francis begins at the Vatican, the pope's doctors reported some signs of improvement, but said his condition is still critical.

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Pope's condition still 'critical' with signs of renal insufficiency under control, doctors say

Pope Francis continues to be treated for double pneumonia at Rome's Gemelli hospital where many people gathered to pray for him today.
Cindy Wooden and Carol Glatz report...

Jubilee 2025

Deacons are called to selflessness, men ordained at Jubilee Mass are told

During the Jubilee of Deacons at the Vatican 23 men from eight countries, including three from the United States, were ordained deacons in St. Peter's Basilica.

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Pope has respiratory 'crisis,' doctors say 'prognosis reserved'

Pope Francis' doctors had warned Feb. 21 that the pope could suffer setbacks as they try to treat his double pneumonia.

Pope Francis

Pope's chronic lung condition plus infection are serious, doctors say

Pope Francis will remain hospitalized with double pneumonia for at least another week, with doctors closely monitoring his condition. While his life is not in immediate...

Pope Francis Names New Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Pope Francis has appointed Reverend Gregg M. Caggianelli as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. Bishop-elect Caggianelli is a priest of...

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Pope continues showing 'slight' improvement, Vatican says

As Pope Francis continues inpatient treatment for pneumonia and shows signs of improvement, reporters asked some cardinals for their reactions.