Arms flailing, the exuberant and perhaps hyperactive Italian actor and comedian Roberto Benigni described Pope Francis as a masterful minister of God’s mercy, which is always active and always on the move.
Pope Francis
Pope: There Are No Limits to God’s Mercy
God’s ability to forgive “knows no limits” as his mercy frees people from bitterness and despair, Pope Francis said.
Mercy Gives Meaning to Old Year as Well as the New Year
By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) – The gift of mercy is a light that helps Christians reflect on the past year and radiates hope at the start of the new year, Pope Francis said. While retracing the events of 2015 may recall moments of both joy and sorrow, it also offers a moment […]
New Year’s Eve at Vatican
Pope Francis visits the Nativity scene in St. Peter’s Square after vespers New Year’s Eve in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican Dec. 31.
Vatican Royalty
Pope Francis accepts offertory gifts from children dressed as the Three Kings during Mass marking the feast of Mary, Mother of God, in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Fewer People Visiting Vatican
More than 3.2 million pilgrims visited and attended papal events, liturgies or prayer services at the Vatican in 2015, the Vatican said.
Pope Makes Surprise Visit to Franciscan Shrine
Pope Francis made a surprise visit to the place where his namesake, St. Francis of Assisi, created the world’s first Nativity scene.
Signs of the Times
Year in Review: signs of 2015
A Timely Encyclical
Year in Review: Pope Francis placed the Church in the corner of environmentalists with the publication Laudato Si’ on May 24.
A Year of Terror
Year in Review: Pope Francis has been calling for a compassionate world response to the plight of the refugees but fear of terrorism and economic disruption have led to some resistance.