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Roman Catholic July 5, 2022

Vatican warns Catholics in Hong Kong of coming persecution, says 'You better be prepared'

Hong Kong should expect an even harsher crackdown on Catholic churches and missionaries in the future, said the Vatican's Monsignor Javier Herrera-Corona.

Abortion July 5, 2022

Pope cheers overturn of Roe v. Wade, still needs time to read full decisions

The pope cheered the United States Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, saying that while he was not familiar with legal aspect, it was a commendable development.

Pope Francis July 2, 2022

Pope Francis: Mixing 'Marxist concepts' with Catholic Church is 'ideological exploitation'

Pope Francis spoke to Argentina's national news outlet Friday in a rare lengthy interview, during which he criticized Marxism-inspired liberation theology.

Pope Francis July 1, 2022

United Nations 'has no power,' Pope Francis says

Pope Francis, in a Spanish-language interview with Argentina's national news agency, dismissed the United Nations as "powerless" to affect meaningful change or preserve peace.

Pope Francis June 30, 2022

Pope says society does not 'know how to live' with the rising proportion of elderly citizens

Pope Francis announced his prayer intention for July will be for the sake of the elderly, citing July 24's World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly as inspiration.

World June 26, 2022

Vatican praises Supreme Court's abortion decision, says being pro-life means supporting other issues as well

The Vatican has thrown its support behind the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn the country’s nearly 50-year stance on abortion, but it cautions people to understand being pro-life means more than simply anti-abortion.

Pope Francis June 22, 2022

Pope Francis says resigning 'does not cross his mind' amid health struggles

Pope Francis quashed rumors of an impending resignation from the papacy after reportedly telling a Brazilian archbishop that he had no plans to step down.

Pope Francis June 22, 2022

Bookmakers favor Asian or Black successor to Pope Francis

Bookmakers believe that a Black or Asian cardinal would be most likely to replace Pope Francis if he were to resign, a reality some observers say is unlikely.

Pope Francis June 22, 2022

Pope Francis preaches on 'frailty,' 'old age' amid health concerns

Pope Francis spoke extensively about old age, frailty, and helplessness of the elderly in his General Audience, fueling speculation about his documented health problems.

Pope Francis June 14, 2022

Pope Francis cancels participation in Corpus Christi mass due to continued knee pain, health concerns

Pope Francis cancelled another appearance via a press statement Monday, explaining that due to his injured knee, he is unable to physically celebrate.

Pope Francis June 12, 2022

Pope apologizes for canceling Africa trip

Pope Francis issued an apology Sunday after the Vatican announced his July 2-7 trip to Africa would be canceled due to his walking problems from knee pain.