With millions deprived of basic needs, Christians must act, Pope Francis says
VATICAN CITY -- Christians cannot stand idly by and watch as millions of people are deprived of their basic needs because of others' greed, Pope Francis said.
Charity is path to perfection when done for Jesus, Pope Francis says
VATICAN CITY -- The central focus of a Christian's life and all he or she does to help others must be Jesus Christ, Pope Francis said.
Thanking God for his gifts brings joy, Pope Francis says on Assumption feast day
VATICAN CITY -- Taking time out each day to be thankful for God and his gifts will lead to greater joy and mark a great step forward for humanity, Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis: Trust in God's compassion, tell him everything
VATICAN CITY -- Those who take time to understand Jesus will find he loves them and wants what is best for them, Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis calls for prayers for Lebanon after deadly explosion in Beirut
VATICAN CITY -- After a massive fire triggered a deadly explosion in Beirut, Pope Francis called for prayers and a united effort to help Lebanon overcome "this serious crisis."
Christians must courageously share with others, Pope Francis says at Angelus
VATICAN CITY -- True compassion requires "courageous sharing," not telling people to go fend for themselves, Pope Francis said.
Show grandparents, the elderly that you care, Pope Francis tells young people
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis called on young people to reach out to their grandparents or the elderly who may be lonely or on their own.
Pope Francis concerned by increased tensions between Armenia, Azerbaijan
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis expressed his concern over escalating hostilities between Armenia and Azerbaijan, prompting renewed fears of war in the Caucasus region.
Pope Francis 'saddened' by Turkish court ruling to turn Hagia Sophia into mosque
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis said he was saddened after a Turkish court ruled to revert the iconic Hagia Sophia museum into a mosque.
Pope Francis backs U.N. resolution calling for global cease-fire
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis praised the United Nations' adoption of a global cease-fire resolution amid the coronavirus pandemic that has swept the world.