Tag: Pope Francis
What now for the Catholic Church?
The next pope is already there in the college of cardinals. In fact, there are probably several potential new popes in the mix. The Holy Spirit is now waiting to see what choices each individual cardinal will make.
Argentina bids farewell to native son Pope Francis with Mass that...
Thousands gathered in Buenos Aires' iconic Plaza de Mayo on 26 April to mourn Pope Francis, the Argentine-born pontiff whose legacy began in the city's poorest neighborhoods.
Pope Francis seen as strong promoter of Eastern Catholic traditions, liturgy,...
Eastern Catholic leaders are remembering Pope Francis for bringing significant attention to their churches and traditions throughout his papacy, in a legacy marked by fraternity and many firsts, while marked with some tensions at times.
Poor and powerful pray for eternal repose of a pope ‘with...
Pope Francis was "a pope among the people, with an open heart toward everyone," said Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, dean of the College of Cardinals, as he presided over the funeral of the pope, who died 21 April at the age of 88.
Faith communities across the nation react to the pope’s passing
Leading faith leaders across the nation have praised the legacy of Pope Francis.
Q&A with Fr Flader: Pope Francis’ legacy
Fr Flader answers: Now that Pope Francis has died, what can you tell me about the man and his legacy in the church? I know he has been much criticised, but I personally think he has done much good.
Pope Francis honored by his favorite soccer club San Lorenzo
Upon Pope Francis' passing, San Lorenzo issued a poignant statement reflecting on his lifelong bond with the club: "His passion for San Lorenzo always moved us deeply, and unites us in constant prayer for his soul."
Vatican releases unpublished papal reflection on old age
Growing old isn't something to be feared, but rather something to embrace as a time of grace in one's life, Pope Francis wrote in a preface for a book that was not released before he died.
Prayer, pilgrims accompany pope’s body to basilica
To the chanting of Christ's promise, "I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live," the mortal remains of Pope Francis were carried into St Peter's Basilica by 14 pallbearers.
Remembering Pope Francis: A guiding light for Sydney’s marginalised
As Pope Francis is remembered as a "Pope of the Peripheries," the compassion of the late pontiff made him a hero and guiding star for the homeless and needy of Sydney.
Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP: Statement on the passing of Pope Francis
The Church in Sydney and Australia joins with people throughout the world in mourning the passing of the Holy Father, Pope Francis.
Pope Francis: A pope of mercy, of the peripheries, and of...
Over his 12-year pontificate Pope Francis unpacked the theme of God's mercy and our need to encounter forgiveness in Jesus Christ.
