President Donald Trump and Pope Francis are not likely to become fast friends or — in the main — political allies. As governors, however, Trump and Pope Francis are remarkably similar in several respects.
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Religious Gather to Celebrate Vocation and Dedication to Consecrated Life
On Christmas Eve, Pope Francis opened the final Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, marking the start of Jubilee 2025. With the “Pilgrims of Hope” theme, he emphasized reconciliation and forgiveness for Catholics worldwide.
Nothing is Worth Sacrificing the Life of a Child, Pope Tells World Leaders
It is unacceptable that a child’s right to life and a dignified childhood should be sacrificed to “the idols” of power, profit, ideology and nationalistic self-interest, Pope Francis told a group of world experts and leaders.
Pope, Catholic Leaders Offer Prayers Following Deadly Plane Crash
Pope Francis has expressed his “spiritual closeness to all those affected” by the midair collision of a passenger plane and military helicopter at Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington on Jan. 29.
The Mercy House Provides Pro-Life Resources for Expectant N.J. Mothers
Thirty-nine years ago, Cheryl Pedersen was a scared 19-year-old who discovered she was pregnant and didn’t know where to turn, leading her to have an abortion. It’s a choice that she deeply regrets to this day.
Pope Francis Speaks to Catholics in Gaza Parish After Ceasefire
Pope Francis said the people who have been trapped in a parish in Gaza had a decent meal for the first time in a long time after a ceasefire was established between Israel and Hamas.
Pope Lauds Gaza Ceasefire as Deal Goes Into Effect, Pushes Two-State Solution
by Elise Ann Allen (Crux) As a ceasefire agreement to the war in Gaza took effect, Pope Francis praised the milestone, voicing hope that authorities can achieve a lasting peace and advocating for a two-state solution. During his Jan. 19, Sunday Angelus address, Pope Francis made the Vatican’s first public statement about the Gaza ceasefire […]
Biden’s Catholic Faith Both Key and Complex Part of His Legacy
In the waning days of his single term in the White House, President Joe Biden announced he would bestow the Presidential Medal of Freedom with Distinction, the nation’s highest civilian honor, to Pope Francis.
Pope Francis Offers ‘Baby Bonus’ to Vatican Employees
Pope Francis put his money where his mouth is this week when it comes to his constant appeals for couples to procreate, offering a financial incentive to permanent Vatican employees who have more children.
Pope Injures Arm in a Fall, Wears Sling at Audiences
Pope Francis was wearing his arm in a sling during his meetings and audiences Jan. 16 after hurting his right arm in a fall.